The New England Patriots announced they have elevated wide receiver Alex Erickson and linebacker Monte Rice from the practice squad on Saturday. This came along with the announcement that the team signed undrafted rookie running back Terrell Jennings to the 53-man roster.
Both players will have an opportunity to participate in Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills.
Erickson was signed by the organization on Wednesday, while Rice joined the Patriots’ practice squad in November. Erickson could take on a returner role with Marcus Jones being ruled out for Sunday’s game.
He could also provide depth at receiver for a Patriots team that has struggled at that position throughout the season. One has to wonder if both players will work their way into their respective positional rotations against the Bills.
The Patriots have their work cut out for them on both sides of the ball against one of the most explosive teams in football on Sunday.
