Mike Vrabel on A.J. Brown: We'll see how he progresses during the week

Published November 2, 2026 01:20 PM Patriots receiver A.J. Brown was not able to play in the Week 8 win over the Dolphins due to a knee injury. At this point, it’s unclear if Brown will be on the field for Week 9. “We’ll see how he progresses during the week. He’s getting treatment here,” Vrabel said Monday, via Karen Guregian of MassLive.com. “We’ll see Wednesday what those guys that were unavailable for the game, and what they look like and whatever came up during the game.”Brown, in his first season with the Patriots, has played just three games so far this year. He’s caught just nine passes for 101 yards in those contests.The wideout previously missed time with a high-ankle sprain. Vrabel was similarly mum about the status of tight end Hunter Henry, who is dealing with a foot injury.But Vrabel said Mack Hollins and Reggie Gilliam could “potentially” get back on the practice field, with both players currently on injured reserve.The Patriots will host the Packers on Sunday afternoon in Week 9.