As the wins continue, the need for Julian Edelman heightens.
After starting off 2-5, the New England Patriots are now a four-win team that has the potential of breaking even at .500 with a victory over the Houston Texans this weekend. Cam Newton’s prevented the offense from turning the ball over in the past two games and Jakobi Meyers is blossoming as one of the team’s most reliable players.
Meyers and Damiere Byrd are the only receivers who’ve held consistency this season, aside from Edelman’s early run. Reports came out that there’s optimism surrounding his return for the season and Bill Belichick backed that notion up on Wednesday.
Belichick said Edelman and offensive lineman Justin Herron have both progressed in a positive direction.
Question: Any plans to start the clock on Julian Edelman and Justin Herron practicing today, as they are now eligible to do so off injured reserve?
Bill Belichick: “ … Neither player has had a setback. They’ve both progressed in a positive direction…” pic.twitter.com/5WPeFxVxTR— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) November 18, 2020
In a perfect situation, the Patriots could win out and finish with an 11-5 record, but even a 9-7 record could suffice with the expanded playoff race. Edelman’s veteran experience will be much-needed if the Patriots want a chance for a playoff run.
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