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Patriots activate wide receiver AJ Brown to 53-man roster ahead of game against the Jets

Headline from WHDH Boston, on the newest of 3 developments

The New England Patriots announced Saturday that star wide receiver A.J. Brown has been activated to the 53-man roster. Brown was placed on injured reserve...

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Developments in this update

3 dated developments, oldest first, newest marked. Each is named by one outlet's own headline; open its reports to see every outlet that covered it.

  1. AJ Brown has ‘chance’ to return for Patriots’ clash with Jets

    Headline from New York Post ·

  2. Patriots Make Big AJ Brown Injury Decision Before Week 6 vs Jets

    Headline from Newsweek ·

  3. Newest

    Patriots activate wide receiver AJ Brown to 53-man roster ahead of game against the Jets

    Headline from WHDH Boston ·

3 reports not tied to one development ·

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Reports & sources

18 articles, oldest first.

  1. Newsweek

    Patriots' AJ Brown Trending in Right Direction; When Could He Return? (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is trending in the right direction, but that doesn't mean his return is imminent.

  2. Newsweek

    Patriots Receive Encouraging AJ Brown Update After Big Week 5 Win (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    ESPN's Adam Schefter discussed when New England Patriots star wide receiver A.J. Brown could return from an ankle injury.

  3. The Boston Globe

    Mike Vrabel saying there’s a ‘chance’ returning receiver A.J. Brown could face Jets on Sunday (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The Boston Globe's feed description

    Similarly, the coach wasn't sure about left tackle Will Campbell and running back TreVeyon Henderson after their injuries on Sunday.

  4. New York Post

    AJ Brown has ‘chance’ to return for Patriots’ clash with Jets (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    Sunday’s 45-17 win over the Raiders was the fourth game he has missed since suffering a high ankle sprain after being twisted on a tackle in the season-opening loss to the Seahawks.

  5. The Boston Globe

    A.J. Brown practices with Patriots, opening window to return from IR as soon as Sunday vs. the Jets (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The Boston Globe's feed description

    The Patriots have three weeks to active Brown, the star wide receiver acquired in an offseason trade who suffered a high ankle sprain in his first game with the team.

  6. Newsweek

    Patriots Make Big AJ Brown Injury Decision Before Week 6 vs Jets (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The New England Patriots designated wideout A.J. Brown to return from injured reserve on Wednesday.

  7. Portland Press Herald

    A.J. Brown returns to Patriots practice after high ankle sprain (opens Portland Press Herald)

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    Portland Press Herald's feed description

    The receiver hasn't played since suffering the injury in the second half of the season opener at Seattle.

  8. The Boston Globe

    While he’s ‘still up in the air,’ Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown takes another step in right direction (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The Boston Globe's feed description

    The Patriots' No. 1 WR trusting his recovery process from a high ankle sprain suffered in Week 1.

  9. The Boston Globe

    Mike Vrabel will make the call Saturday if WR A.J. Brown will return to Patriots aerial attack vs. Jets (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The Boston Globe's feed description

    The Patriots coach wants to see how the veteran wideout responds after Friday's practice session.

  10. Newsweek

    Patriots HC Mike Vrabel Reveals How AJ Brown Has Looked After Ankle Injury (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The Patriots designated receiver AJ Brown to return from the IR, but his status for Sunday's game is still uncertain.

  11. Newsweek

    Patriots Reveal WR A.J. Brown's Week 6 Game Status (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is nearing his return to the field.

  12. NBC Boston

    A.J. Brown returns to the Patriots' 53-man roster after missing 4 games (opens NBC Boston)

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    NBC Boston's feed description

    Sep 9, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; aNew England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown (1) runs a route against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

  13. New York Post

    Patriots expected to activate A.J. Brown for Jets clash after ankle injury (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    The Patriots will likely have one of their most important offensive weapons back to face the Jets.

  14. Boston

    Patriots ‘likely’ to activate A.J. Brown from IR to play vs. Jets (opens Boston)

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    Boston's feed description

    Brown was placed on injured reserve after exiting the season opener against the Seahawks with a high ankle sprain.

  15. Newsweek

    Patriots Get Major AJ Brown Injury Update Ahead of Jets Game (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The Patriots received encouraging A.J. Brown news ahead of Sunday's Jets game as New England looks to strengthen its offense.

  16. WHDH Boston

    Patriots activate wide receiver AJ Brown to 53-man roster ahead of game against the Jets (opens WHDH Boston)

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    WHDH Boston's feed description

    The New England Patriots announced Saturday that star wide receiver A.J. Brown has been activated to the 53-man roster. Brown was placed on injured reserve...

  17. The Boston Globe

    Patriots make it official by activating A.J. Brown, clearing the way for the wide receiver to play (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The Boston Globe's feed description

    Brown's availability ahead of Sunday's game vs. the Jets comes during a stretch where Drake Maye and the offense appear to have hit their stride.

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