Rex Burkhead Reportedly Will Miss Patriots Playoff Opener
BOSTON (CBS) – Rex Burkhead appeared to be trending toward a return from a knee injury he suffered against the Pittsburgh Steelers. But that reportedly won't be the case on Saturday.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Burkhead and fellow running back Mike Gillislee will both miss the team's playoff opener against the Tennessee Titans.
Patriots' RBs Rex Burkhead (knee) and Mike Gillislee (knee), both listed as questionable for tonight's Divisional Playoff game against the Titans, are not expected to play, per league sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 13, 2018
Both Burkhead and Gillislee practiced in a limited capacity and were listed as questionable.
The good news for the Patriots is that according to Schefter, last year's Super Bowl hero James White is expected to return from an ankle injury and play versus Tennessee.
The Patriots and Titans kick off Saturday night at 8:15 p.m. at Gillette Stadium.