DENVER, Colo. — New England Patriots starting linebacker Jamie Collins and slot receiver Danny Amendola stayed back in Foxboro while the rest of their teammates traveled to Denver.
Collins, Amendola and tight end Michael Williams officially were ruled out Saturday night for the Patriots’ Week 12 matchup with the Denver Broncos. Collins was listed as doubtful Friday, while Williams and Amendola were questionable to play Sunday. Wide receiver Julian Edelman and cornerback Justin Coleman were ruled out Friday. The Patriots will have to deactivate two more players Sunday at 7 p.m. ET.
Linebackers Jonathan Freeny, Jerod Mayo and Jonathan Bostic likely will continue to take on bigger roles with Collins out.