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Mac Jones to play vs Steelers on Sunday despite back issues and illness

It’s been a difficult week health-wise for Patriots quarterback Mac Jones, but the 2021 first-round pick is going to give it a go on Sunday.

According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Jones was removed from the team’s injury report and will play against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

#Patriots QB Mac Jones (back, illness) has been removed from the injury report and will play on Sunday.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 16, 2022

New England is still looking to get into the win column during the 2022 season as it lost its season opener on the road against the Miami Dolphins 20-7.