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Kyle Williams among Patriots ready to step up after A.J. Brown injury

J. Brown landed on injured reserve due to an ankle problem sustained last Wednesday.

Head coach Mike Vrabel shared the team's disappointment over the setback, which is anticipated to sideline Brown for a span of six contests rather than just the four required by his roster status, potentially keeping him out into the middle of the season. The absence follows an opening-week defeat against Seattle at Lumen Field, leaving the AFC East race tilted toward Buffalo as the squad regroups at Gillette Stadium for an upcoming battle with Pittsburgh.

With Brown unavailable, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels must adapt the passing attack led by quarterback Drake Maye. Several wideouts now face increased responsibility, including second-year player Kyle Williams—who seeks to rebound from an uneven rookie campaign—alongside veteran Mack Hollins, DeMario Douglas, and Romeo Doubs following Doubs's difficult debut.