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3-Point Stance: The Patriots most crucial to replacing A.J. Brown

J. Brown suffered a high ankle sprain that sent him to injured reserve.

Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels acknowledged that the roster lacks a direct, singular substitute for Brown's skillset. In response to the setback, quarterback Drake Maye voiced confidence that Kyle Williams can step forward into an expanded role.

Meanwhile, offseason addition Romeo Doubs aims to rebound after failing to secure a single reception in the opening game.

The Patriots enter their Week 2 contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers seeking momentum after an opening defeat against the Seattle Seahawks, their first matchup since Super Bowl LX eight months prior. With Brown expected to miss multiple games, trade speculation has also emerged connecting New England to Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Brian Thomas Jr.