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Stephon Gilmore signs one-day contract to retire with Patriots
PatriotsWire reported the team arranged a one-day contract so Stephon Gilmore can officially retire as a member of the New England Patriots. Gilmore visited practice and attended team events as part of the retirement process. The move is ceremonial and does not affect the active roster.
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The Patriots’ official injury-report analysis says second-year RB TreVeyon Henderson (ankle) is off the report and expected to play in Week 2 vs. the Steelers. New England ruled OT Dametrious Crownover (knee) out; CB Carlton Davis III (neck), OLB Dre’Mont Jones (foot) and C/G Ben Brown (knee) are listed as questionable. The team noted a planned standard elevation for P Mitch Wishnowsky and discussed potentially elevating a second player (practice‑squad CB Kindle Vildor a likely candidate).
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Thursday injury report: Carlton Davis III misses second straight practice; Crownover absent
The Patriots’ second injury report ahead of Week 2 listed starting CB Carlton Davis III as a non-participant for a second consecutive session with a neck issue, and rookie OT Dametrious Crownover remained absent with a knee issue. The report also noted TreVeyon Henderson has resumed full participation and LB Robert Spillane moved to full practice.
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RB TreVeyon Henderson cleared, says he's 'ready to go' for Week 2
TreVeyon Henderson, who missed the season opener with an ankle injury, told reporters he is healed and ready to play in Sunday’s home opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Henderson has been a full participant in practice this week and his return provides New England an extra playmaking option alongside Rhamondre Stevenson.
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Patriots evaluate offensive adjustments as opponents copy two-high safety blueprint
Patriots.com published a game-plan piece on Sept. 17 analyzing how defenses have increasingly used two-high/split-safety coverage to limit Drake Maye's deep passing and force New England to run. The story frames the Week 2 home opener vs. Pittsburgh as another test of whether the offense can diversify and re-establish the run to counter the coverage trend.
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Patriots receivers say they’re ready to step up with A.J. Brown on injured reserve
An Associated Press story (Sept. 16) compiled player comments on adjusting after A.J. Brown was placed on injured reserve, highlighting Mack Hollins, Kyle Williams and Romeo Doubs as players expected to see increased roles. The piece relays teammates' confidence but underscores the challenge of replacing Brown's versatility.
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Patriots sign veteran DT DaQuan Jones to one-year deal
The New England Patriots signed veteran defensive tackle DaQuan Jones to a one-year contract, a roster addition made after A.J. Brown was placed on injured reserve. Jones — a 12-season veteran familiar with coach Mike Vrabel from Tennessee — provides experienced interior run defense and depth on early downs.
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Wednesday practice injury report: Carlton Davis III sidelined, Crownover did not participate
Patspulpit reported the Patriots' first Week 2 practice injury update (Sept. 16), noting cornerback Carlton Davis III did not practice because of a neck issue and rookie tackle Dametrious Crownover did not participate with a knee problem. Several other veterans were limited but practicing, and TreVeyon Henderson returned to full participation.
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Vrabel singles out edge protection as primary concern vs. Steelers
In Monday comments carried by multiple outlets, Vrabel identified protecting the edges against Pittsburgh's front — notably T.J. Watt and Cameron Heyward — as a critical focus ahead of Week 2. He tied that concern to limiting turnovers and protecting QB Drake Maye after Maye's three-interception outing in Week 1.
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TreVeyon Henderson returns to Patriots practice ahead of Week 2
Second-year RB TreVeyon Henderson, who missed the season opener with an ankle injury sustained in August, practiced Monday and appears on track to be available for the Patriots' Week 2 home game. His return provides a change-of-pace option behind Rhamondre Stevenson.
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Patriots sign Chandler Brayboy and Xavier Holmes to practice squad, release Davison and Haskins
The Patriots added WR Chandler Brayboy and LB Xavier Holmes to their practice squad and released S Elliott Davison and RB Hassan Haskins, according to an official team announcement. These changes adjust depth on offense and special teams and free a running back spot while TreVeyon Henderson works back from injury.
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A.J. Brown placed on injured reserve with high-ankle sprain
Head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed A.J. Brown suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 1 and has been placed on IR, meaning he will miss at least four games. The loss removes a primary receiving option and will force New England to reshuffle the receiver pecking order for upcoming games.
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Mike Vrabel: 'We want to be balanced, we want to be sound' (press conference)
Head coach Mike Vrabel spoke to media Monday, Sept. 14, reviewing Week 1 and outlining the team's focus ahead of the Week 2 home opener. He emphasized balance, fundamentals and preparation while addressing personnel availability and recent practice developments.
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