The New England Patriots defense took a hit on Thursday with news that linebacker Raekwon McMillan was being placed on injured reserve with a partially torn Achilles.
Per The Athletic’s Jeff Howe, the injury occurred during practice.
It’s a disappointing situation for McMillan, who missed the entire 2021 season after suffering a torn ACL in practice as well. He was just getting his legs back under him in 2022, and now, he’ll be back to the endless grind of resting a rehabbing a serious injury.
Even for a partial tear, ACL injuries are difficult to deal with for any athlete.