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Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins has been placed on injured reserve due to an abdominal injury sustained, presumably, during last week’s game against the Ravens. Hollins was a significant contributor to the Patriots’ offense, ranking third in receptions and receiving yards. His absence will be felt, particularly due to his size, catch radius, and physicality. His loss is compounded by the concussion of fellow receiver Kayshon Boutte. The Patriots have signed defensive tackle Jeremiah Pharms Jr. to the 53-man roster. TreVeyon Henderson has cleared concussion protocol, while Jack Westover is questionable due to illness. The Patriots are preparing to face the Jets this Sunday.

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Patriots’ WR Hollins Placed on IR, Playoff Hopes Potentially Dented

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots suffered a blow to their offensive lineup and playoff aspirations as wide receiver Mack Hollins was placed on injured reserve Saturday due to an abdominal injury. The team announced the move just a day before their crucial game against the New York Jets.

Hollins, a key contributor to the Patriots’ success this season, had started 13 games and ranked third on the team with 46 receptions and 550 receiving yards. He reportedly injured his abdomen during last week’s victory over the Baltimore Ravens, which clinched a playoff berth for the Patriots. While he played 49 snaps in that game, the injury sidelined him from practice all week.

“He has an energy to him,” said Coach Mike Vrabel on Friday, before the IR announcement. “And seeing him on Sunday night with the passion he had to help us win; we’ll obviously miss him. I’ve always appreciated his willingness to learn what we’re doing but also be a leader for some of the younger guys.”

Hollins’ absence leaves a void in the Patriots’ receiving corps, particularly due to his size, catch radius, and blocking ability. The Patriots also are managing the injury to wide receiver Kayshon Boutte (concussion). The team’s remaining receiving options include veteran Stefon Diggs, as well as third-year player DeMario Douglas and rookies Kyle Williams and Efton Chism III.

Hollins will be sidelined for at least four games, meaning he wouldn’t be eligible to return until the later stages of the playoffs, if at all.

To fill Hollins’ roster spot, the Patriots signed defensive tackle Jeremiah Pharms Jr. from the practice squad. They also elevated defensive tackle Leonard Taylor III and cornerback Kobee Minor from the practice squad for Sunday’s game.

In related news, rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson has cleared concussion protocol and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Jets. Fullback Jack Westover is also questionable due to illness. A return by Henderson could provide a boost to the Patriots’ running game, particularly with the absence of Hollins, who was known for his physicality.

The Patriots (12-3) face the Jets on Sunday and then host the Miami Dolphins in their regular-season finale. A strong finish, combined with a Denver Broncos loss, could secure the AFC’s No. 1 seed for New England.

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