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Patriots’ Antonio Gibson Out for Season With Torn ACL After Kickoff Return Injury

Monday's MRI confirmed the diagnosis, setting up an injured reserve move plus near-term roster decisions.

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 05: Antonio Gibson #4 of the New England Patriots is checked on by medical staff during the game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on October 05, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Tests on Monday confirmed a season-ending ACL tear for the New England running back, according to reports from ESPN and NFL Network.
  • Gibson was injured on a second-quarter kickoff return after a hit by Bills cornerback Cam Lewis during the Patriots’ 23-20 win in Buffalo.
  • He had served as the primary kickoff returner with a 90-yard touchdown and a 28.5-yard average, creating a significant special-teams void.
  • With Gibson bound for injured reserve, Rhamondre Stevenson and rookie TreVeyon Henderson head the backfield as the team considers elevating practice-squad back Terrell Jennings or adding a veteran.
  • Coverage notes potential contract fallout, including lost 2025 incentives and minimal 2026 guarantees, leaving his longer-term status uncertain.