Status for two starters 'up in the air' for the Patriots in Week 2

Quarterback Mac Jones could miss multiple games, and left tackle Isaiah Wynn is day-to-day

The New England Patriots could be without two key starters when they open their 2023 season on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Quarterback Mac Jones is dealing with a high ankle sprain that he suffered in the Patriots' preseason finale against the Las Vegas Raiders. He is expected to miss multiple games, and veteran backup Brian Hoyer is in line to start in his place.

Left tackle Isaiah Wynn is also dealing with an injury. He suffered a foot injury in practice last week, and his status for Week 1 is up in the air. If Wynn is unable to play, the Patriots could start Yodny Cajuste at left tackle.

The Patriots are hoping to get both Jones and Wynn back on the field as soon as possible. Jones is the team's franchise quarterback, and Wynn is one of their best offensive linemen. However, the Patriots will not rush either player back into action if they are not fully healthy.

The Patriots open their regular season on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Sept. 11. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET.

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Conclusion

The Patriots are hoping to get off to a good start in 2023, but they could be without two key starters in Week 1. Quarterback Mac Jones is dealing with a high ankle sprain, and left tackle Isaiah Wynn is also injured. The Patriots will need to find a way to win without these two players if they want to start the season with a victory.