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ArticleFantasy Football Injury Report & Updates: Week 2 (2026)
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A.J. Brown suffered a high‑ankle sprain during the third quarter of New England's Week 1 opener against the Seattle Seahawks when a defender's knee landed directly on his right leg. The Patriots have since placed him on IR, guaranteeing an absence of at least four games. Current projections place his recovery timeline in the 4‑6‑week range, making him one of the more significant fantasy losses from the opening weekend.
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Brown on IR with high-ankle sprain; out 4–6 weeks, major fantasy loss.

Brown suffered a high-ankle sprain during the third quarter of New England's Week 1 opener when a defender's knee landed directly on his right leg. The Patriots placed him on IR, guaranteeing an absence of at least four games. Current projections place his recovery timeline in the 4–6-week range, making him one of the more significant fantasy losses from opening weekend. Romeo Doubs, Mack Hollins, and DeMario Douglas could see expanded opportunities as New England replaces Brown's production.

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