Patriots' Perfect Storm: Injuries Mount as They Chase 11th Win Before Bye Week
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Despite becoming the NFL's first team to 10 wins this season, the New England Patriots are facing a new challenge: injuries. In their 26-20 comeback victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, left guard Jared Wilson limped off with an ankle injury, and rookie left tackle Will Campbell was carted off with a knee injury. Coach Mike Vrabel expects Campbell to miss a couple of weeks, while Wilson's status will depend on how he responds to rehab and practice. The team will have to make roster adjustments to accommodate the absences of two key starters from their stable offense line. The Patriots' offense, which has been one of the league's most consistent, will face its toughest test yet in their final game before the bye week, a Monday night matchup against the New York Giants. The team has had four straight games with a 100-yard receiver, a feat last achieved in 2018. On defense, the Patriots gave up 107 yards rushing to Bengals running back Chase Brown, their most allowed to a running back this season. Cornerback Marcus Jones returned a second-quarter interception for a touchdown, marking his second pick-6 of his career. The Patriots have had streaks of at least nine straight wins in a season four times in team history, and they aim to extend their current winning streak before taking a break. With several key players facing uncertain futures, the team will have to dig deep to maintain their momentum.
