With injuries taking a toll at the New England Patriots wide receiver position, Week 9 was a prime opportunity for some of their younger players to step up. That included 2022 second-round draft pick Tyquan Thornton.
Unfortunately for Thornton, his audition did not last long.
After just 12 offensive snaps, the speedster was sent to the bench in the Patriots defeat to the Washington Commanders. Thornton had entered the game with a foot injury, but head coach Bill Belichick said Monday morning the receiver was available to return to the game.
During his three series of offensive work, Thornton recorded just one catch on four targets.