#khyiris-tonga

#khyiris-tonga

The under-the-radar free agency signing has become an integral part of the Patriots' defensive efforts this season, and has even been used on offense as an extra lineman. Tonga has been a massive boost to their production on both sides of the ball, but it's looking increasingly likely that he won't be suited up this weekend. As reported by ESPN's Mike Reiss, Tonga was not present for Thursday's practice, and he was absent from Wednesday's, too.

The New England Patriots' offseason was headlined by the signing of Milton Williams, the drafting of Will Campbell, and tales of Drake Maye's rapid development, but their more under-the-radar signings have been just as impressive. One of those additions has been Khyiris Tonga, a nose tackle signed from the Cardinals. Tonga has been a force in the run game, playing 277 snaps through his first twelve games and anchoring one of the best run defenses in football.