What happened: The New England Patriots featured safety Mike Brown, linebacker Erick Hunter, tight end Cameron Latu, linebacker Darius Muasau, and linebacker Namdi Obiazor on all four core special-teams units in Week 9. The charting tracks contributors in the kicking game based on the opening units to take the field. All five players logged snaps across punt, punt return, kickoff, and kickoff coverage units.
Why it matters: New England maintained kicking-game stability after falling 45-27 to the Green Bay Packers. The usage continued recent unit continuity, matching the five players deployed across every core group in Week 8. Established coverage depth remains essential as the roster manages defensive and offensive rotational roles.
By the numbers: Muasau has made 16 tackles in 2026 through 9 games, while Hunter has made 13 tackles in 2026 through 8 games. Brown has recorded 10 tackles in 2026 through 7 games, and Latu has made 4 tackles in 2026 through 9 games.
What to watch: New England will prepare for its Week 10 assignment while evaluating kicking-game depth and snap distribution.