Patriots eye Week 6 return for A.J. Brown from IR

Missed four games since September injury

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

The Patriots have been eagerly awaiting the return of A.J. Brown to their lineup. Will it happen in Week 6? Here's the l Via @usatodaysports on X

What happened: The Patriots are weighing a Week 6 return for A.J. Brown. The receiver has missed at least four games on injured reserve.

Why it matters: New England has played a month without Brown in the lineup. His activation would change the Week 6 receiving rotation. It also clarifies roster moves after recent injured reserve transactions.

What to watch: New England will set his status with late-week practice participation and any activation move.

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