Patriots place rookie left tackle on injured reserve
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Foxborough — The New England Patriots placed rookie left tackle Will Campbell on injured reserve Wednesday after he suffered a right-knee MCL sprain in Sunday's 26-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Coach Mike Vrabel said Campbell will miss at least four games, with Vederian Lowe set to start at left tackle. Rookie left guard Jared Wilson sustained a high ankle sprain and is expected to miss the game. The team promoted cornerback Miles Battle from the practice squad and adjusted the roster ahead of Monday night's matchup with the New York Giants. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline of Events
- Sunday: Will Campbell and Jared Wilson sustain injuries during the Bengals game.
- Early week: Ian Rapoport and NFL Media report Campbell's knee injury and Wilson's high-ankle sprain.
- Wednesday: Coach Mike Vrabel announces Campbell will be placed on injured reserve.
- Wednesday: Patriots place Campbell on IR and promote Miles Battle to the active roster.
- Ahead of Monday: Vederian Lowe named starting left tackle; team releases injury report.
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Backup offensive linemen and roster-depth players gained immediate opportunity for playing time and potential evaluation ahead of playoff positioning.
The Patriots' offensive-line cohesion and pass-protection stability suffered short-term disruption as the team will start a backup at left tackle.
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Patriots rookie LT Will Campbell headed to injured reserve, will miss at least 4 games
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