Patriots Rookie Sony Michel Not Expected To Play Versus Texans
BOSTON (CBS) – The New Patriots backfield is expected to be without rookie Sony Michel.
Michel, a first round pick out of Georgia, was listed as questionable headed into Week 1 versus Houston.
Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Sunday morning that Michel is not expected to play.
Patriots' RB Sony Michel, listed as questionable for opener against the Texans due to a knee injury, is not expected to play today, per source. More on Sunday NFL Countdown at 10 a.m.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 9, 2018
The Patriots will have Jeremy Hill, James White, and Rex Burkhead at their disposal in the backfield.
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