The New England Patriots have been performing relatively well, even after losing long-time coach Bill Belichick. Jerod Mayo has stepped into his role effectively, and Jacoby Brissett has proven to be the ideal quarterback for their system. Despite their recent loss to the Seattle Seahawks, the Patriots remain second in the AFC East. However, with success often comes setbacks, and that’s where Ja’Whaun Bentley’s situation comes into play.
Mayo is facing the loss of a key defensive player, as Ja’Whaun Bentley has torn his pectoral muscle, turning the worst fears of Patriots fans into reality. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Bentley will miss the rest of the season after only playing in one game. Bentley was held out of the Seahawks game as a precaution, but his early-season performance was promising. He had already recorded 12 tackles, including seven solo, along with 0.5 sacks before the injury. His absence will be a significant blow to the Patriots’ defense as the season progresses.