Patriots Confident Will Campbell’s Knee Injury Won’t End His Season
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel provided an update on left tackle Will Campbell’s knee injury during a recent radio interview. Campbell is expected to miss the upcoming Week 13 game against the New York Giants. Vrabel clarified that while the rookie tackle will not play this week, there is a positive outlook for the remainder of his season.
Updates on Will Campbell’s Knee Injury
During a press conference following his morning radio appearance, Vrabel confirmed that the team anticipates Campbell will require some time to recover. Fortunately, the Patriots have a bye week in Week 14, which may aid Campbell’s rehabilitation.
Injury Details and Recovery Timeline
Vrabel stated, “He won’t be out there this week and it’s gonna be a couple of weeks.” He emphasized that the outlook is encouraging. The coaching staff does not believe this injury will end Campbell’s rookie season entirely, although they are considering all options, including the possibility of placing him on injured reserve.
Impact on the Offensive Line
Vederian Lowe stepped in for Campbell during the game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Still, Vrabel has not yet decided who will start against the Giants, whether it will be Lowe or Marcus Bryant. Adding to the team’s challenges, left guard Jared Wilson is also expected to miss Week 13.
- Will Campbell: Expected to miss Week 13 against the Giants due to a knee injury.
- Mike Vrabel: Noted the injury is not season-ending.
- Vederian Lowe: Replaced Campbell in the previous game.
- Jared Wilson: Also unavailable for Week 13.
The Patriots are facing significant changes on the offensive line, which could impact their performance in the upcoming game. Fans and analysts alike will closely monitor Campbell’s recovery as the team continues to navigate this critical stretch of the season.
