The New England Patriots opened the final week of the season without four.
Wide receivers Kayshon Boutte and Ja’Lynn Polk, center Ben Brown and cornerback Christian Gonzalez did not participate in Wednesday’s practice as the AFC’s No. 2 seed nears Gillette Stadium.
And elsewhere, quarterback Drake Maye was among the limited participants due to a right hand injury. The rookie told reporters during his midweek press conference that he is preparing like the team’s Week 18 starter.
Here’s the first injury report ahead of Sunday’s 1 p.m. ET kickoff against Buffalo Bills.