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Patriots Rule Out Christian Gonzalez for Week 1 With Campbell Questionable

Coaches signal defensive continuity, with depth stepping in at cornerback.

FOXBOROUGH, MA - JULY 28: Christian Gonzalez #0 of the New England Patriots takes the field for training camp at Gillette Stadium on July 28, 2025 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Jun 12, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (0) works out at minicamp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • Head coach Mike Vrabel said All-Pro cornerback Christian Gonzalez will miss Sunday’s opener against the Raiders with a hamstring injury suffered July 28, and he has not practiced since.
  • Rookie left tackle Will Campbell was added to the injury report Thursday with an ankle issue and was listed as questionable after Friday’s in-stadium session.
  • Defensive coordinator Terrell Williams said the team will call its defense regardless of Gonzalez’s status, emphasizing continuity in the game plan.
  • With Gonzalez out, New England will lean on Carlton Davis III, Marcus Jones, Alex Austin, D.J. James and Charles Woods at cornerback, with Woods upgraded to full participation.
  • Defensive tackle Christian Barmore was limited for a non-injury reason, and Vrabel confirmed wide receiver Stefon Diggs will play in the opener.