Patriots activate wide receiver A.J. Brown from injured reserve for Jets game
The gist
The New England Patriots activated three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver A.J. Brown from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets.
Brown returns after a four-game ankle absence.
How it unfolded
- 2026 -09 (Week 1)Brown suffered a right high-ankle sprain in the Patriots' 13-10 Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, playing only 30 snaps with three catches for 26 yards before the injury.
- After Week 1Brown was placed on injured reserve, requiring him to miss at least four games; reports at the time indicated the team expected him out four to six weeks.
- Oct 12, 2026Head coach Mike Vrabel, asked whether Brown had a chance to practice Wednesday, said: "A chance? Yes, there is."