The New England Patriots’ top rusher, Rhamondre Stevenson, made a comeback after recovering from a foot injury and was active for the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium. Stevenson, who has rushed for 356 yards and scored three touchdowns this season, also has 13 receptions for 37 yards. Unfortunately, rookie WR Javon Baker was unable to play due to an illness.
In addition to Baker, the Patriots had several other inactive players for the game, including WR Tyquan Thornton, OLB Sione Takitaki, QB Joe Milton, OT Vederian Lowe, and DE Jeremiah Pharms. On the Jaguars’ side, running back Travis Etienne was sidelined with a hamstring injury after a disappointing performance in the previous game.
Despite trading defensive lineman Roy Robertson-Harris to the Seattle Seahawks, the Jaguars also had defensive lineman Maason Smith inactive. The team’s other inactives were DE Myles Cole, OL Javon Foster, OL Cole Van Lanen, and DT Esezi Otomewo. However, cornerback Tyson Campbell, who had been dealing with a hamstring injury, was able to return to the lineup after missing the last five games.
The game at Wembley Stadium showcased some notable lineup changes and injuries for both teams, with Stevenson’s return providing a boost for the Patriots and Campbell’s comeback bolstering the Jaguars’ defense. While injuries are always a concern in the NFL, the depth of each team was tested as they navigated through the challenges of player availability.
Despite the absence of key players like Etienne and Baker, both teams fought hard to secure a victory in front of the international crowd at Wembley Stadium. The NFL’s global appeal was once again on display as fans from around the world tuned in to watch the game between the Patriots and the Jaguars.
