The Patriots added offensive tackle Trent Brown to the injured list on Thursday — a concerning sign for the offensive line prior to Sunday’s game against the Steelers.
Brown’s absence would be a big loss against a Steelers defense that sacked Joe Burrow seven times and forced four interceptions in a 23-20 victory. He joined LB Ja’Whaun Bentley (toe), Joshuah Bledsoe (groin), Adrian Phillips (ribs), Pierre Strong Jr. (shoulder) and Shaun Wade (ankle) in limited participation.
Mac Jones — who has dealt with back issues all week — also sat out with a non-COVID stomach illness.