Patriots LT reportedly has MCL sprain

The Patriots proceed to await extra readability on the injury to starting left tackle Will Campbell throughout Sunday’s win over the Bengals, however a report on Monday morning indicated that the rookie’s season is probably not over.

In response to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Campbell is “believed to have suffered an MCL sprain and can an MRI on his knee.”

Rapoport added that Campbell could possibly be headed for a stint on Injured Reserve (which means he would miss a minimum of 4 video games), however that hope stays for a possible playoff return.

“He’s a candidate for Injured Reserve,” wrote Rapoport, “with the hope he returns when it counts probably the most.”

Relying on the outcomes of the MRI, it could possibly be the closest factor attainable to excellent news for the Patriots in the whole state of affairs. Campbell was carted off the sphere in the course of the 26-20 victory over the Bengals within the third quarter, protecting his head with a towel as he exited with a knee harm. It was feared to be a season-ending harm.

That he would possibly have the ability to return later within the season (doubtlessly the postseason) can be an enormous increase for New England.

Campbell, the Patriots’ 2025 first-round choose, has helped solidify an offensive line that struggled for a number of seasons previous to his arrival. Whereas his first NFL season has not been with out its ups and downs, Campbell has been constantly rated as one of many higher performing rookies in his draft class. The Patriots have thrived with improved offensive line play, as New England is now 10-2 and main the AFC East.