Rex Burkhead Did Not Travel Back To New England With Patriots
After suffering a horrific knee injury on Sunday, Patriots running back Rex Burkhead did not fly back to New England with the team and remained in Houston.
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After suffering a horrific knee injury on Sunday, Patriots running back Rex Burkhead did not fly back to New England with the team and remained in Houston.
The Patriots' game plan in Houston had some major flaws. We'll get into that, plus more in the leftover thoughts.
The Patriots left Houston at 4-6 after a disappointing 27-20 loss to the Texans, a defeat that for all intents and purposes will likely end New England's push for the playoffs. But quarterback Cam Newton isn't giving up just yet.
The Patriots' chances of making the postseason took a major hit on Sunday, when the team lost to the Texans in Houston.
Even with tempered expectations in the post-Tom Brady era, this was never supposed to happen to the Patriots.
Once again, the "Downs" are a lot more plentiful than the "Ups" for the New England Patriots.
The Patriots fell behind in the second quarter in Houston. They never really recovered.
Patriots running back Rex Burkhead was hit hard in the right knee early in the second half of Sunday's game in Houston, sending him out of the game with an apparent knee injury.
The New England Patriots activated running back Sony Michel from injured reserve on Saturday, but on Sunday, he's not quite ready to go.
Cam Newton has done it again.
The next player to make a play and send fans searching for a roster sheet may be tight end Jordan Thomas.
The Patriots could be getting a pair of players back in advance of Sunday's game against the Houston Texans.
WBZ-TV's Levan Reid brings you everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's Patriots-Texans showdown in Houston.
It looked as though N'Keal Harry would make it through the week without making an appearance on the injury report. But he was added to the list on Friday, limited in New England's final practice of the week with a shoulder injury.
It sounds like Stephon Gilmore will be back to roaming the field for the New England secondary on Sunday, after the star corner missed the previous three games with a knee injury.
The Patriots are riding what is known as a winning streak. They'll look to keep that going this Sunday when they visit the 2-7 Houston Texans.
The QB said it wasn't from the virus itself, but his lack of time on the practice field.
Here's what to watch for when the Patriots look to climb back to .500 on Sunday in Houston.
Last week, Cam Newton had the unwavering respect of the opposing quarterback. This week, the bond is even closer.
With COVID-19 cases spiking around the country and within the league, the NFL is trying to be proactive in order to prevent a disruption to the season.
There's no benefit to dwelling on the past. What's done is done. But the Patriots still largely have it within their control to make the playoffs. It is not going to be easy.
Bill Belichick's press conference took an unexpected turn into global politics on Wednesday morning.
The omission of J.C. Jackson -- who has an NFL-best six interceptions thus far in 2020 -- seemed like a major gaffe on the NFL's part. According to longtime NFL reporter Jason Cole, though, the omission actually came from the Patriots.
Acting Sec. of Defense Christopher Miller turned to Patriots head coach Bill Belichick's signature message in a letter to employees.
Cam Newton had himself a good time after the Patriots beat the Ravens on Sunday Night Football. Even if he was confined to a parking garage.
Ian Fotheringham, a Falmouth, Massachusetts teenager accused of threatening a school shooting, will be in court Tuesday for a dangerousness hearing.
Market Basket has named Don Mulligan as the supermarket chain's interim Chief Executive Officer, replacing fired CEO Arthur T. Demoulas.
Massachusetts has approved a new license plate design to honor K9 officers and their handlers.
A horse was rescued after it was seen trotting down Interstate 93 in Randolph, Massachusetts on Sunday.
One small business owner is thrilled about the possibility that a deal could be reached to save TikTok in the United States
Market Basket has named Don Mulligan as the supermarket chain's interim Chief Executive Officer, replacing fired CEO Arthur T. Demoulas.
Ian Fotheringham, a Falmouth, Massachusetts teenager accused of threatening a school shooting, will be in court Tuesday for a dangerousness hearing.
Two Peabody High School teachers are on leave because of social media posts allegedly made after Charlie Kirk's assassination.
Massachusetts just approved a new license plate design set to honor K9 officers and their handlers.
A horse was rescued after it was seen trotting down Interstate-93 in Massachusetts on Sunday.
A nonprofit in Cambridge is aiming to make insulin more accessible by selling vials of the drug at a fraction of the cost.
It's been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but when you eat it may be just as significant as what you eat.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced the state will be taking measures to ensure vaccines remain accessible to everyone.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Researchers at Harvard Medical School in Boston say that, based on a study in mice, lithium could someday help treat Alzheimer's disease.
Massachusetts State Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia died as a result of complications from blunt force injuries during a boxing exercise at the State Police Academy.
Insurance companies are using drones to inspect properties without alerting homeowners. In some cases, policies have been canceled.
A WBZ I-Team investigation revealed the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School leased weapon detection systems for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and found most of them are not being used very much.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
Rep. Jerry Nadler announced his retirement at age 78. So is it time for 79-year-old Senator Ed Markey to re-think his re-election plans in Massachusetts?
A former top public safety official for Massachusetts said his hometown of Concord has "an antisemitism problem."
As states like Texas and California work to redraw congressional maps in favor of one political party or another, some politicians say Massachusetts is an example of partisan redistricting
The Massachusetts Secretary of Education is pushing back on federal cuts to education funding, saying higher education needs to be more accessible nationwide, just like it is in the Bay State.
Some schools take student phones away during the day but there is pushback, saying cellphones can have benefits with education.
The drama between fired Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas and his family members has been going on for decades.
Stop & Shop says lower prices are coming to its 88 stores in eastern Massachusetts.
Hawaiian Airlines is ending its direct flights from Boston to Honolulu this fall.
Tax free weekend is coming up in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the 2025 sales tax holiday.
Hannaford is closing one of its stores in Marlboro, Massachusetts, and another chain will be taking its place.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Patriots running back Antonio Gibson provided the biggest spark for New England down in Miami, but he didn't do so out of the backfield.
Christian Gonzalez has yet to play for the New England Patriots during the 2025 NFL season. His debut might come Sunday when the Patriots host the Pittsburgh Steelers at Gillette Stadium in Week 3.
While Drake Maye is getting a lot of attention for having one of his best games with the Patriots on Sunday, New England wouldn't have escaped Miami with a 33-27 win over the Dolphins without the efforts of running back Rhamondre Stevenson.
Starting Monday, fans can sign up for the chance to buy tickets for potential Red Sox playoff games.
The Caleb Porter era is over in New England, as the Revolution parted ways with the head coach on Monday.
The Polaris Missile in Auburn's Goddard Park is headed to the EcoTarium in Worcester.
Old Thom the orca was spotted in a rare killer whale sighting off Massachusetts.
A Worcester woman thought she had scratched a $10,000 winning lottery ticket, but it turns out that she won a whole lot more.
A Massachusetts man won $2 million playing the Powerball thanks to a very lucky mistake.
A tourist was posing for a photo in front of Sullivan's Castle Island in Boston, when a seagull swooped in and swiped her hot dog.