Patriots Fill Need By Elevating Two Players For Dolphins Game

The New England Patriots could be without a few members of their front seven when they take on the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.

So, New England took action in case that situation actually happens.

The Patriots announced Saturday that they elevated linebacker Keshawn Banks from the practice squad to the active roster for the second straight week. New England also promoted tight end Jack Westover for the first time.

Banks didn’t play any defensive snaps in New England’s loss last week to the Los Angeles Rams, but saw time on special teams in his Patriots debut. There might be a better chance of Banks getting on the field with the defensive unit if linebackers Anfernee Jennings and Sione Takitaki…