Patriots WR A.J. Brown headed to IR with ankle sprain
By The BriefBrief
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is headed to injured reserve after suffering a high ankle sprain. The injury occurred in the third quarter of the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks, and the team’s next steps were outlined.
WHO:A.J. Brown; New England Patriots
WHAT:A.J. Brown is headed to injured reserve with a high ankle sprain.
WHEN:Reported Sep 11, 2026 at 1:44 PM ET
WHERE:New England Patriots (USA)
WHY:Brown suffered a high ankle sprain in the third quarter of the season opener against the Seahawks.
How this story developed (showing 2 of 2 earlier reports)