Los PatriotsDespite the loss in Houston and a 4-6 record, they still aim for the postseason. However, they will have to face the final part of the calendar without one of its most versatile elements of the offensive.
Through social networks, running back Rex Burkhead reported that due to a knee injury he will see no action for the remainder of the season. “I appreciate the little bit and everyone who has spoken to me in the last few days. I look forward to attacking the process and I hope to return better than ever by 2021, ”he explained.
Burkhead, 30, left the game between the Patriots and Texans during the third quarter. At the moment the injury has not been determined, Bill Belichick reported that it was a knee ailment, but did not elaborate on details.
Even though his return to Gillette Stadium It is uncertain. In the offseason, Nebraska’s product signed a one-year, $ 3 million deal, leading to the next free agency.
Hard hit
With the drop of Burkhead the Patriots lose one of their most versatile elements since the running game. Despite only having 274 yards per carry (third on the team) and three touchdowns, accumulates 466 total yards, second among New England running backs, y seis touchdowns, organization leader.
Faced with this movement, the Patriots running back corps is made up of Damien Harris (New England rushing leader), Sony michel (who returns from an injury), James White (leader in passing yards among running backs) and J.J. Taylor (of little activity).
