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NFL·INJURY·September 20, 2026 04:58 AM ET

Patriots rule out Carlton Davis III for Week 2 vs. Steelers

A ninth-year veteran is out before kickoff.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 201 min read
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What happened: New England ruled out corner Carlton Davis III for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh in Foxborough. The matchup remains scheduled, with the score 0-0 before kickoff.

Why it matters: Davis' absence removes a starter from the Patriots secondary before Week 2 begins. That changes New England's defensive picture before the Steelers take the field.

What to watch: Watch New England's inactive list and secondary alignment once the game starts.

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