Patriots Could Place First-Round Pick N'Keal Harry on Injured Reserve
The New England Patriots had no shortage of roster moves this weekend, and another important name could be featured in a surprising move for the team.
It looks likely the Patriots could place rookie first-round pick N'Keal Harry on injured reserve to start the season, meaning he'd miss at least the first eight weeks of his rookie year.
There are now rumors the #Patriots will place 1st round pick rookie WR N'Keal Harry on the injured reserve list to start his career [he'll be out for at least 8 weeks]
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) September 1, 2019
If that's the case, I assume the #Patriots will do everything they can to re-sign Demaryius Thomas. https://t.co/F0Eegp0x5C
This news comes shortly after reports suggested the Patriots are likely to bring back receiver Demaryius Thomas after they released the veteran ahead of the Saturday 4 p.m. cut deadline. The team was expected to put someone on IR to make room for Thomas, and Harry could be the casualty.
N'Keal Harry said GIMME THAT pic.twitter.com/pb74THQlvR
— The Checkdown (@thecheckdown) August 9, 2019
This is a smart move for the team, as it allows them to roster an extra receiver for Harry to learn from early in his career. Thomas is a consummate pro, and could be a valuable resource to New England's young receivers.
The team is slowly transitioning toward a young core of players, and any chance New England gets to help mentor those players with veterans is one the team should take.