The New England Patriots officially placed offensive tackle Nate Solder on injured reserve Wednesday because of a torn biceps muscle, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The injury will keep him out for the rest of the season.
Solder injured the muscle during the Patriots' 30-6 Week 5 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Per ESPN.com's Mike Reiss, Solder "jumped into the air after [Tyrone] Crawford rushed past him, as his right arm appeared to be extended in a compromising position."
Solder went to Twitter to thank his supporters in humorous fashion:
Thanks for all the well wishes and prayers, ill have these pythons back in no time.