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Patriots Get Massive Boost in Critical Area

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The New England Patriots are getting a huge boost in a major area of need.

Patriots guard Cole Strange was placed on injured reserve by the team, ending his season with three games remaining. (AP Photo/Phil Pavely) / Phil Pavely-Associated Press.

The New England Patriots have been hampered with debilitating offensive line issues all season long, and while a lack of talent is the biggest reason, injuries have also been a problem.

For example, Cole Strange has been sidelined for the entire year due to a torn patellar tendon he suffered last December.