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Doubs Injured: Patriots WR Corps Shaken
18 Oct
Summary
- Romeo Doubs suffered a shoulder injury, impacting Patriots' offensive plans.
- A.J. Brown activated from IR, expected to see increased action.
- Drake Maye must rely on Brown and Douglas with Doubs sidelined.
The New England Patriots' receiving depth has been tested with wide receiver Romeo Doubs leaving the game due to a shoulder injury. This situation occurs just as the team activated A.J. Brown from injured reserve, indicating he will likely play a more significant role in the upcoming games.
Doubs has been a key fantasy contributor, recording a 23.8-point week in Week 4 and scoring a 42-yard touchdown early in Week 6 before his injury. His absence forces quarterback Drake Maye to look towards A.J. Brown and DeMario Douglas as his primary targets. Brown, returning from IR, played only in Week 1 but brings veteran experience that could be crucial for Maye, who has shown recent improvement in fantasy scoring.
DeMario Douglas, despite inconsistent snap share, could see an increased target share. His Week 5 performance, with four receptions for 65 yards and two touchdowns, highlights his potential. Doubs' status remains critical to monitor, especially with the Patriots facing a short turnaround for their next game on Thursday, October 22.
