Patriots DC says Christian Gonzalez flying in practice return

Made 69 tackles in 14 games in 2025

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Patriots defensive coordinator Zak Kuhr on CB Christian Gonzalez: Flying around out there, doesn’t look like he missed a Via @MikeReiss on X

What happened: New England defensive coordinator Zak Kuhr said cornerback Christian Gonzalez practiced at full speed. Kuhr said Gonzalez showed no lost step while moving around the field.

Why it matters: New England has managed recent secondary injuries with depth help from Kindle Vildor. Gonzalez holds a central role after a new deal that raised annual pay to get done.

By the numbers: Gonzalez made 69 tackles in 14 games in 2025. New England drafted him 17th overall in 2023 out of Oregon.

What to watch: Practice participation through the week will determine Sunday availability.

Sources

@MikeReiss 2026-10-15T19:52:57.761798+00:00

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