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NFL·INJURY·September 20, 2026 09:10 PM ET

Patriots starter carted off with injury in win over Steelers

New England sealed a 20-3 victory despite the exit.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 211 min read
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What happened: A longtime New England Patriots starter departed on a medical cart following an injury against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Patriots finished with a 20-3 final victory after the veteran left the field.

Why it matters: Losing an established starter impacts the Patriots' rotation as they navigate the regular season. New England halted a two-game skid to improve to 2-3 overall.

By the numbers: New England held the Steelers to three points, far below Pittsburgh's season average of 18.8 points per game.

What to watch: The Patriots will evaluate the extent of the injury and adjust their depth chart accordingly.

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