New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thorton returned to practice on Tuesday. That likely means he is close to returning from injured reserve.
The second-year wide receiver was placed on IR on August 30. He was hurt during joint practices against the Green Bay Packers over the summer. This was the second season in a row that he started the year on IR.
Thornton recorded 45 catches for 247 yards and two touchdowns last year. He began to play at a high level towards the end of the season. He recorded three catches for 60 yards and a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins on New Year’s Day.
WR Tyquan Thornton (shoulder) has returned to practice, which indicates that the team is starting his clock on a return from IR.
Potentially important timing with Pop Douglas and JuJu Smith-Schuster both in concussion protocol. pic.twitter.com/eYHFKctaI8
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) October 10, 2023
The Patriots desperately need depth at the wide receiver position. Although Thornton has yet to make a substantial impact when healthy, this could be an opportunity for a fresh start and a chance for him to bounce back.
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