The New England Patriots and the Las Vegas Raiders have released their final injury and practice participation reports ahead of their Week 15 showdown in Sin City.
Injury Updates Jakobi Meyers and Rhamondre Stevenson for Week 15
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New England Patriots injuries
Jakobi Meyers’ return to the field provided some much-needed optimism to the Pats receiving corps. The veteran wideout has also been recovering from a concussion suffered in the fourth quarter of the team’s Week 13 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Perhaps more concerning is Stevenson’s status, who has arguably been the Pats’ most dependable offensive player this season. Stevenson returned to the field on Friday as a limited participant after missing both Wednesday and Thursday’s sessions.
Though there is hope that he will be able to play, Pats rookies Kevin Harris and Pierre Strong have shown that they are capable of carrying the load. If neither Stevenson nor Damien Harris (thigh) can play, practice squad running back J.J. Taylor will almost certainly be promoted to the active roster.
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Mills’ absence on defense may be as significant as that of his offensive teammates. With Mills out, the Pats will rely on veteran Jonathan Jones to anchor the defensive backfield, with rookie Marcus Jones providing help on the perimeter.
Regarding rookie Jack Jones. Despite missing both practices, Jones was present for the Pats’ final practice on Friday.
Christian Barmore is getting closer to the field for game day. The Pats gave him a 21-day window to return from injured reserve (IR) on Wednesday, after he practiced all three days.
- Damien Harris (Thigh) – Ques
- Jack Jones (Knee) – Ques
- Jakobi Meyers (Concussion) – Ques
- Rhamondre Stevenson (Ankle) – Ques
- Yodny Cajuste (Calf/Back) – Ques
- Joe Cardona (Ankle) – Ques
- Jalen Mills (Groin) – Out
- DeVante Parker (Concussion) – Out
- Isaiah Wynn (Foot) – Out
Las Vegas Raiders injuries
- Andrew Billings (Fibula) – Ques
- Josh Jacobs (Quad/Hand) – Ques
- Jermaine Eluemunor (Oblique/Wrist) – Ques
- Denzel Perryman (Hip) – Ques
- Jackson Barton (Back) – Ques
- Alex Bars (Knee) – Out
- Rock Ya-Sin (Knee) – Out
