Overview
- New England’s midweek report listed 15 players with eight not practicing, including Kayshon Boutte and Jared Wilson in concussion protocol and Robert Spillane still sidelined by an ankle injury.
- TreVeyon Henderson moved from a red non-contact jersey to a normal practice jersey, signaling progress through concussion protocol and a chance to play Sunday.
- Defensive tackle Milton Williams was designated to return from injured reserve and must be activated by Saturday to be eligible against the Jets.
- Five Patriots who were hurt in the win over the Ravens — DeMario Douglas, Henderson, Morgan Moses, Thayer Munford Jr. and Charles Woods — participated on a limited basis later in the week.
- The Jets placed Justin Fields on season-ending IR and on Friday ruled out Mason Taylor, Will McDonald IV, Jay Tufele and Kiko Mauigoa for Week 17 as New England seeks to clinch the AFC East with help from a Bills loss or tie.