Patriots vs. Broncos Injury Update: Starting Center Added to Sidelines

The New England Patriots are preparing for their upcoming game against the Denver Broncos without key players. Starting center Garrett Bradbury will not participate due to an illness. His absence is significant, considering he has played 1,191 offensive snaps from September to January.

Latest Injury Updates for the Patriots

The injury report ahead of the AFC Championship Game reveals concerns for several players. Outside linebacker Harold Landry III and inside linebacker Marte Mapu are also sidelined.

Garrett Bradbury’s Status

• Position: Starting Center
• Snaps Played: 1,191 from September to January
• Last Game: Participated in wild card and divisional rounds

Bradbury had consistently shown ironman durability until the last two regular season games. His absence will force adjustments in the offensive line as the Patriots face the Broncos.

Defensive Concerns

Both Landry and Mapu have missed multiple practices leading up to the game. Landry has been dealing with a knee issue, while Mapu is sidelined because of a hip problem.

• Harold Landry III:
  • Position: Outside Linebacker
  • Injury: Knee
  • Participation: Played only 11 of 75 snaps last game
• Marte Mapu:
  • Position: Inside Linebacker
  • Injury: Hip
  • Participation: Missed preparation for the Broncos

Other Players to Note

• Austin Hollins: Activated from injured reserve after an abdomen injury, participated in limited practice.
• Jalen Davis: Starting cornerback, back after a concussion protocol.

The Patriots have maintained a steady lineup with full participants unchanged through the week. They also have added depth with potential returns from injured reserve for several players.

The deadline for final roster adjustments is Saturday at 4 p.m. ET, ahead of the AFC Championship Game. Fans will eagerly await further updates as the game approaches at Empower Field.