The New England Patriots placed offensive lineman Greg Van Roten on injured reserve Tuesday, the team announced. ESPN reported the injury is to Van Roten's thigh. Per NFL Trade Rumors, the 36-year-old will be sidelined for a minimum of four games before becoming eligible to return.
Van Roten's placement on injured reserve compounds recent depth issues along the Patriots' offensive line. He started at right guard in Sunday's loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars after incumbent right guard Mike Onwenu sustained a broken ankle, per Pats Pulpit. The Patriots also cut linebacker Riley Wilson from the practice squad, per NFL Trade Rumors.