FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Starting New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker received "good news" on tests from the knee injury that knocked him out of Sunday's win over the New York Jets. It has been diagnosed as a sprain, a source told ESPN Senior NFL Reporter Jeremy Fowler.
Parker could miss some time, but it shouldn't be an extended absence and is not considered a major injury, the source told Fowler.
The Patriots (4-4) host the Indianapolis Colts (3-4-1) on Sunday, then have their bye weekend.
Parker's diagnosis could also affect how the Patriots approach Tuesday's trade deadline.