Patriots list eight players as questionable for Sunday, Rob Gronkowski doubtful for Tampa
The New England Patriots’ injury report has continued to grow as this week has gone on. Eight players are listed as questionable for Sunday.
FOXBORO, MA – DECEMBER 24: A New England Patriots helmet during the first half of the game between the New England Patriots and the Buffalo Bills at Gillette Stadium on December 24, 2017 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Maddie Meyer/Getty ImagesThe Patriots' injury report has continued to grow as this week has gone on. In total, the team has listed eight players as 'questionable' for Sunday night's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Friday's addition to the injury report is starting cornerback J.C. Jackson, who is dealing with a knee issue. Jackson was limited at practice on Friday.
Joining him in the 'questionable' designation are tackles Trent Brown (calf) and Isaiah Wynn (knee), linebackers Josh Uche (back), Ja'Whaun Bentley (shoulder), and Kyle Van Noy (groin), safety Kyle Dugger (hamstring), and kicker Nick Folk (left knee). All seven of those players were also limited during Friday's practice.
Two other named appeared on the injury report this week as well - James White (hip) was ruled out for the game. It has been reported he could miss the rest of the season. There 's also defensive lineman Henry Anderson (ankle), who was removed from the report on Friday.
Down in Tampa, Rob Gronkowski (ribs) missed his third practice of the week on Friday. He's officially listed as 'doubtful,' with head coach Bruce Arians telling reporters earlier on Friday his status is 'a game-time decision.'
The Buccaneers could be down more than just their star tight end - they already confirmed through the injury report running back Giovani Bernard (knee) won't play. Bernard had nine catches for 51 yards and a touchdown last week against the Rams. Cornerback Jamel Dean (knee) has also been ruled out.
Meanwhile, pass rusher Jason Pierre-Paul (shoulder) is listed as 'questionable' after being a limited participant at practice on Friday. Pierre-Paul had missed the first two practices of the week.
MORE: Patriots-Buccaneers Key Matchups
Alex Barth is a writer and digital producer for 985TheSportsHub.com. Any opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of 98.5 The Sports Hub, Beasley Media Group, or any subsidiaries. Thoughts? Comments? Questions? Looking for a podcast guest? Let him know on Twitter @RealAlexBarth or via email at abarth@985TheSportsHub.com.
