New England Sends Hollins And Gilliam To Injured Reserve
New England placed wide receiver Mack Hollins and fullback Reggie Gilliam on injured reserve, keeping both out for at least four games. Hollins, the team's leading receiver, suffered a calf injury, while Gilliam is dealing with knee and ankle issues. The Patriots also activated Brenden Schooler and made additional roster moves.
Hollins, in his second Patriots season, leads New England with 15 catches and 209 receiving yards. He left last week's 29-26 win over Buffalo in the third quarter with a calf injury and will miss at least four games, through Week 9. It is his second straight shortened year after an abdominal issue limited him to 13 games in 2025.
Gilliam, a former Bill signed in March to a three-year, $10.8MM deal, had 97 snaps before knee and ankle problems. New England also activated Brenden Schooler from reserve/NFI, added Kindle Vildor from the practice squad, and elevated K.J. Britt and Elliott Davison.
These injuries could affect Patriots players, coaches, fans, and opponents by changing weekly matchups and creating chances for reserve receivers. Fantasy football managers and sports bettors may adjust expectations, while local media and game-day businesses might see modest shifts if team performance changes. The roster additions may also influence locker-room roles and future trade discussions. How much these moves alter the season remains uncertain.