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Patriots Expecting Wide Receiver Mack Hollins Back From Injury
Confirmed
In Short: The Patriots have managed to go 3-1 in their last four games without Hollins, but his return would be a significant boost to an offense that has faced numerous injuries to key players, particularly at wide receiver.
According to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport, Mack Hollins is expected to return to practice on Wednesday, marking the start of his 21-day period to be activated from injured reserve.
Hollins, who has been on the injured reserve list with a calf injury since Week 4, averaged 3.8 receptions and 52.3 yards per game before his injury.
The Patriots have managed to go 3-1 in their last four games without Hollins, but his return would be a significant boost to an offense that has faced numerous injuries to key players, particularly at wide receiver.
Rapoport noted that Hollins' return could be imminent, potentially helping the team in their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers this Sunday.
Despite the recent positive results, the Patriots' injury woes have been extensive, with running back TreVeyon Henderson also on injury watch after missing the Miami game due to illness.
The Patriots have won four of their last five games, improving their record to 5-3, but the return of key players like Hollins could further bolster their chances in upcoming matches.
What this adds
The team's injury situation has been particularly challenging, with multiple key players sidelined at various points this season.
What's confirmed
- Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins is set to return to practice, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reported on Wednesday.
- Hollins, a glue guy for NE, has been on Injured Reserve with a calf injury and would help immensely vs the #Packers. pic.twitter.com/8uhIzxvxZ8 At 6-foot-4, 221 pounds, Hollins is also a contributor in the run-blocking game, giving the Patriots another big body on the field in such situations.
What's still developing
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