FOXBORO, Mass. — Patriots defensive lineman Myron Pryor is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Jets with a back injury, and that could hurt New England's run defense.
It's rare for the Patriots to declare someone as doubtful. Only three players have been listed as doubtful on the final injury report of the week all season, and none of them played in the ensuing game.
What's more, only 22 of the 50 Patriots who were listed as questionable have suited up for that week's game, and if those numbers are any indication, it's highly unlikely Pryor will play against New York, especially after he didn't practice in all four practices this week.
Linebacker Tully Banta-Cain (groin), wide receiver Deion Branch (knee), linebacker Jermaine Cunningham (calf), tight end Aaron Hernandez (hip), defensive lineman Eric Moore (hamstring) and right tackle Sebastian Vollmer (shin) are all questionable for Sunday's game. However, it's believed that all six of them should be able to play.
Quarterback Tom Brady (right shoulder, right foot) and cornerback Kyle Arrington (elbow) were listed as probable, and both will certainly play.
