Overview

• Ja'Whaun Bentley suffered a torn pectoral muscle in the first quarter of the Patriots' 23-20 overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
• Bentley was initially expected to play in the upcoming game against the New York Jets before the severity of his injury was confirmed.
• Bentley, a seven-year veteran and four-time captain, has been a key defensive player for New England, recording over 100 tackles in each of the last three seasons.
• Safety Kyle Dugger will take over Bentley's role as the defensive signal caller, a position he handled last season as well.
• The Patriots' defense is further weakened by the absence of defensive tackle Christian Barmore (blood clots) and the trade of linebacker Matthew Judon.