Mike Vrabel is the head coach of the New England Patriots, who are preparing for a Week 6 matchup against the Jets. As of October 18, 2026, Vrabel stated that the team is cautiously optimistic about wide receiver A.J. Brown's recovery from a high-ankle sprain, with Brown activated for the game after missing four weeks.
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What to know
A.J. Brown is questionable after a high‑ankle sprain and has limited practice participation this week. Oct 18
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel says the team is cautiously optimistic about Brown’s recovery but no decision has been made. Oct 18
Brown injured his ankle in the Patriots’ Week 1 loss to the Seahawks. Oct 18
Coach Mike Vrabel said Brown is making strides in his recovery. Oct 18
A.J. Brown was placed on injured reserve after a high‑ankle sprain in Week 1. Oct 18
