Patriots rule out back, lineman for Wednesday opener

No Patriot drew a doubtful or questionable designation.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 81 min read

Patriots Tuesday practice report & game statuses for NE vs. SEA: https://t.co/7ThYNF1PkU https://t.co/Lrm7m3rCFf Via @Patriots on X

What happened: Both absences followed a third straight day without practice. A defensive tackle was a full participant Tuesday after sitting Sunday with a knee issue.

Why it matters: The losses reduce New England's available depth along the interior line and in the backfield. The defensive front avoided a third game-status concern.

By the numbers: From Sunday through Tuesday, New England's three listed players totaled seven DNPs and two full practices.

What to watch: New England's replacement plans at both offensive spots come into focus at the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff Wednesday.

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