The New England Patriots will be a little bit short heading into Sunday’s game. Running backs Sony Michel, guard Shaq Mason and defensive end Derek Rivers were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list this weekened.
The losses of Mason in particular leave some tinkering to be done within the Patriots offensive line. Rivers has recorded six tackles and 2.5 sacks so far this season or New England. He has proven himself to be a viable pass rusher on defense. Michel, meanwhile, was already on injured reserve with a quad injury.
The Patriots are placing RB Sony Michel, G Shaq Mason and DE Derek Rivers all on the Reserve/COVID-19 list, per source.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) October 17, 2020
As the New England Patriots get set to take on the Denver Broncos, it will be interesting to see how the organization adapts to the losses of those three players. In a season that has been unlike any other, this news is just another example of the twist and turns this season has presented.
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