The Patriots received some good news, as two key offensive starters will be active for the Patriots this afternoon at Allegiant Stadium.
The Patriots will get back their most reliable receiver, Jakobi Meyers, and sophomore running back, Rhamondre Stevenson. Meyers hasn’t played since Week 13, while Stevenson suffered an ankle injury in New England’s win against the Cardinals last week.
The Patriots previously ruled out running back Damien Harris (thigh), CB Jalen Mills (groin), and WR DeVante Parker (concision). In addition, the team announced that CB Jack Jones (knee), DT Sam Roberts, and S Joshuah Bledsoe would join them on the inactive list.
However, on the bright side, the Patriots will have all but one questionable player active. As mentioned above, Meyers and Stevenson will return, while OT Yodny Cajuste (calf/back) and LS Joe Cardona (ankle) will also play after being injured earlier in the week.
Marcus Jones should start in place of Jack Jones at cornerback and could also see some plays on offense, with Parker inactive. Tyquan Thornton and Kendrick Bourne could have the opportunity to build on last week’s performance. In addition, Mac Jones should have plenty of pass catchers to move the field on offense.
Furthermore, the Patriots’ will see the return of defensive tackle Christain Barmore. Barmore was placed on the injured reserve earlier in the season and will join an elite pass rush with Matthew Judon, Josh Uche, Deatrich Wise, and co.
Raiders inactives
G Alex Bars
OT Jackson Barton
DT Andrew Billings
LB Tashawn Bower
DT Neil Farrell Jr.
G Netane Muti
CB Rock Ya-Sin
The Raiders will have RB Josh Jacobs active after being listed as questionable. Additionally, TE Darren Waller and WR Hunter Renfrow will be active this afternoon after the team removed them from the injured reserve list.
The Patriots kick off with the Raiders in a must-win at 4:05 ET in Las Vegas.
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