The sledding against the Patriots was always going to be tough, but it will be a hell of a lot tougher without Cordarrelle Patterson. The dynamic running back/receiver has accounted for about 21% of the team’s receiving yards and and 41% of their rushing yards, as well as 37% of their touchdowns, and has been the most reliable weapon Matt Ryan has had this year. The reports that he might miss Thursday Night Football were awfully discouraging ones.
He still might miss the game, but Arthur Smith declared Patterson a gametime decision today. That means we’re not likely to know whether he’ll suit up until close to kickoff.