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Trae Waynes Diagnosed with Concussion, Won't Return vs. Patriots

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes suffered a concussion in Sunday's game against the New England Patriots and has been ruled out of the game, the team announced.

Waynes, 26, had already left early in two different games this season because of injuries. A knee issue led to an exit in Week 1, while his Week 4 game ended when he suffered a concussion.

This has been a disappointing change for a player who only missed two games in his first three years in the NFL.

The 2015 first-round pick has developed into a reliable player in the secondary over the past few seasons, setting up as the No.