New England Patriots offensive guard Cole Strange has been practicing for an eventual return to the offensive lineup. However, according to coach Jerod Mayo, Strange will not be ready in time to be activated for Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts, via ESPN’s Mike Reiss.
Mayo did say that he expects Strange to play at some point this season. That return will now have to come in one of the last four remaining games on the 2024 schedule following the Colts matchup.
Strange suffered a season-ending injury due to a torn patellar tendon last year. He missed all of organized team activities and training camp in preparation for the season.
So he clearly needs time before he’s ready to play at full speed. One has to wonder if it’ll be worth playing him with such limited time remaining in the season. The Patriots don’t have anything to play for down the stretch, but they might want to get a closer look at him along the offensive front.
Some big decisions will need to be made in the offseason for a Patriots team with one of the worst offensive lines in the NFL.
