It’s always astounding just how quickly the complexion of an NFL team can change due to injuries.
Two weeks ago, the New England Patriots were about as healthy as they’d been since the beginning of the regular season. That’s the benefit of having a full week off from game action during a bye, especially when that bye occurs in the middle or later stages of the season.
Fast-forward to only five days after the Patriots’ comeback road victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, and New England suddenly has a frighteningly-long list of names on the official injury report they released via their team website on Friday.