Seven Patriots who must step up to replace A.J. Brown
A.J. Brown, a wide receiver for the New England Patriots, injured his ankle during the team's first game of the season against Seattle. Tests showed he has a high-ankle sprain. He has been placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss at least four weeks, including upcoming games against several opponents. The Patriots now need other players to take on a larger role in their passing game during his absence.

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5 developments- Sep 9A.J. Brown leaves his Patriots debut with an ankle injury
- Sep 10Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown believed to have high-ankle sprain
- Sep 11Only lean-left coverage:A.J. Brown to reportedly miss at least 4 weeks with high ankle sprain
- Sep 11A.J. Brown heading to injured reserve, will miss at least 4 weeks with ankle injury
- Sep 14Seven Patriots who must step up to replace A.J. Brown
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