FOXBORO — The New England Patriots are facing significant injury concerns as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. On Thursday, running back Rhamondre Stevenson and wide receiver Kayshon Boutte were absent from practice for the second consecutive day, casting doubt on their availability for Sunday”s matchup.
Stevenson is dealing with a toe injury and has now missed five straight practices. Meanwhile, Boutte, who sustained a hamstring injury during last weekend”s victory over the Atlanta Falcons, has yet to return to the field. Additionally, inside linebacker Christian Elliss was present but did not practice due to a hip issue.
In a slight boost to the team, veteran center Garrett Bradbury and defensive tackle Joshua Farmer returned to practice after sitting out the previous day, although both players are contending with new injuries. The Patriots will provide an updated injury report later this evening, which may offer further clarity on the status of these key players.
As the Patriots look to maintain their momentum against the Buccaneers, the absence of key offensive contributors like Stevenson and Boutte could prove detrimental to their game plan. Fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring the situation as kickoff approaches.
