Julian Edelman Will Play But Patrick Chung Ruled Out for Patriots on MNF vs Jets

The New England Patriots are the last remaining unbeaten team in the AFC, and one of only two left in the NFL overall-- and while they are fully expected to mow down the division rival Jets this evening on Monday Night Football, they won't have their full sampling of key players.

Defensive back Patrick Chung is among seven plays confirmed inactive for Week 7 at MetLife Stadium. Fortunately for the defending champs, however, wide receiver Julian Edelman is good to go after being limited during the week with a chest injury.

Heel and chest issues are the culprit in Chung's case. In addition, running back Rex Burkhead is a late scratch with a foot injury, while lineman Korey Cunningham will also miss out.

It was previously known that wide receiver Josh Gordon and Michael Bennett would miss the game, as well as tight ends Ryan Izzo and Matt LaCosse.

At this time, the Patriots are favored to win by 10 on the road despite their relatively thin ranks.