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By James Brizuela
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Losing a starting-caliber player right now would be devastating for teams, and that would have been the case for the New England Patriots. The team experienced a scare with All-Pro cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who went down during Monday's practice.
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Gonzalez left practice early with what appeared to be a significant leg injury. It was then reported that he would be out for a significant amount of time.
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Despite the ominous report, the Patriots have received a major update on the All-Pro corner.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, sources have told him that Gonzalez suffered a hamstring injury, but that will not impact his ability to start in Week 1.
That is massive news for the Patriots, especially with how impactful Gonzalez has been.
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Gonzalez ended the 2024 season with 59 total tackles, two interceptions, and 11 passes defended. He also posted a 55.7 percent completion percentage and 71.7 passer rating to opposing quarterbacks.
Gonzalez's stellar play in 2024 led to him landing an All-Pro nod, and he was also nominated for the Comeback Player of the Year award.
Gonzalez suffered a dislocated shoulder and torn labrum, both of which required surgery, which ended his 2023 season early. Despite the injuries, he came back in fine style during the 2024 season.
Losing Gonzalez would have been devastating for the Patriots' defense, but now they get a major break in the injury that he suffered during training camp.
There are many questions surrounding the Patriots, though there are plenty who believe the team will have a bounce-back year under new head coach Mike Vrabel. Vrabel famously led the Tennessee Titans to three playoff berths in his six seasons with the team.
After a year off from being a head coach, Vrabel returns to lead the Patriots under second-year quarterback Drake Maye. Maye has been turning heads in training camp as well, leading many to believe that his second year could be even more special.
For now, the Patriots will need to work together through training camp and preseason under a new system installed by Vrabel.
The good news is the team won't be down a starting corner on defense, and new defensive coordinator Terrell Williams won't be without one of his most impactful players when Week 1 rolls around.
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