The Patriots made corresponding roster moves on Saturday, activating offensive tackle Riley Reiff from injured reserve and placing corner back Christian Gonzalez on IR.
A 12-year NFL veteran, Reiff will provide depth on the offensive line. He spent the majority of his career at tackle, but played some guard for the Patriots over the summer. His versatility will be important for New England. Bill Belichick used a different combination on the offensive line for each of the first four games.
“It’s always good to have versatility when you can have it, not everybody gives you that,” Belichick said of Reiff on Friday.