"The rookie has been a starter since day one, and recorded the best game of his career against the Jets two weeks ago. He continues to be one of the best on the field for the offense, and now it looks like he won't return to today's game. That seems more apparent seeing that he was carted to the locker room after the opening drive."
"One of the biggest hurdles the new regime needed to overcome this offseason was putting together a competent offensive line that could protect Drake Maye far better than last season. They prioritized the group in the draft, selecting Will Campbell in the first round and Wilson later on, and added veteran help in free agency. It allowed them to have the same starting lineup every week this season, something they were not able to do last year."
The Patriots face the Bengals in Week 12 while Cincinnati is without Joe Burrow and suspended top receiver Ja'Marr Chase. The Bengals entered the game with a historically poor defense, creating optimism for the Patriots' offense. Starting rookie Jared Wilson suffered an injury on the opening series, limped off and was carted to the locker room, and now appears unlikely to return. Wilson had started every game and delivered his best performance recently against the Jets. The offensive line had been a priority in the offseason, with Will Campbell and Wilson drafted and veterans added to secure consistent protection for Drake Maye.
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