The Patriots head to Cleveland on the back of an impressive defensive performance, beating Detroit last week 29-0. Here’s your quickfire preview for Week 6!
Injuries
*In Addition to above
CB Jon Jones – OUT
WR Nelson Agholor – OUT
Patriots To Watch
Mac Jones
Mac’s status remains questionable for tomorrow, but as of this evening, he hasn’t been ruled out and has flown to Ohio with the team. I think he will play; and if so, it’ll be intriguing to see how mobile he is in the backfield.
The worry with Mac’s injury was if he would be able to protect himself from Cleveland’s rush, if he plays, my assumption is that he must be mobile enough not to be a sitting duck, we’ll see. If Jones can’t play, it’ll be Bailey Zappe starting again with Garrett Gilbert as the backup.
Rhamondre Stevenson
After a career day last week, it looks like Stevenson will be the lead back tomorrow as Damien Harris is expected to be limited, as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury he picked up against Detroit.
A star in the making, Stevenson is a must-watch.
Matthew Judon
The reigning AFC Defensive Player Of The Week has been the best player for the Patriots on defense so far this season, he’s also been in a record-breaking mood as he set a new franchise record for consecutive sack games through the first 5 weeks (5).
For me, Judon is so important to this defense, and the team will really need him on form tomorrow against an electric Cleveland rushing attack.
Jack Jones
The rookie has impressed me through five weeks, and the Patriots will call on him again tomorrow, especially now Jon Jones has been ruled out with an ankle injury. A third-straight game with an interception? I’m calling it!
Cleveland Calling
Nick Chubb
For my money, Nick Chubb is one of the best backs in the league and will be Cleveland’s main threat on offense. If the Patriots can limit Chubb specifically, they will have a good chance of coming out with a win, but, he’s a big-time player.
Myles Garrett
Myles Garrett is an absolute freak and I have no idea how he’s even playing after his involvement in a serious car crash less than 2 weeks ago. I worry for Zappe or Jones with him in the game, especially with Mac’s dodgy ankle.
The Browns will be without Jadeveon Clowney, but Garrett has to be treated like he’s two players as it is, the offensive line will need to be at its best.