Panthers Lose Key Weapon Ahead Of Patriots Battle

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The New England Patriots need a bounce-back win in Week 4 against the Carolina Panthers. What used to look like an easy game on the schedule for New England might be far more challenging than anticipated. On the other hand, the Panthers will be missing a key piece from their offensive attack when they step foot on the turf in Foxboro. The Athletic’s Joe Person shared MRI results from Sanders on Monday, and the TE is definitely not going to be available against the Patriots. Panthers TE Ja'Tavion Sanders has a high ankle sprain that an MRI exam revealed today, according to a league source.