Patriots rule out starting offensive lineman for Week 1 matchup vs. Bengals

Mike Masala

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The New England Patriots will take on the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday afternoon at Paycor Stadium for their first game of the season and first under head coach Jerod Mayo.

Ahead of the Week 1 battle, New England held their final practice of the week on Friday on the fields behind Gillette Stadium, and, as is customary, they released an injury report afterward.

The Patriots have listed guard Sidy Sow (ankle) as out for Sunday's game, as he didn't participate in any of their three practices. Instead, New England will likely have to rely on Nick Leverett and Layden Robinson as their two guards.

Running back Antonio Gibson (hip) and offensive tackle Vederian Lowe (abdomen) were both limited and listed as questionable for this week. Linebacker Joshua Uche (foot) is also listed as questionable, but he practiced fully.

Tight end Hunter Henry, linebacker Anfernee Jennings, cornerback Deatrich Wise Jr. and linebacker Oshane Ximenes were removed from the list completely.

The Bengals listed defensive tackle Kris Jenkins (thumb) and offensive tackle Amarius Mims (pectoral) as out. Wide receiver Tee Higgins (hamstring) is doubtful and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (rest) is questionable.

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Mike Masala previously served as the Managing Editor of USA TODAY's Dolphins Wire as well as a contributing writer at Patriots Wire. A lifelong New England resident, he is the self-proclaimed captain and lone member of the Laurence Maroney Fan Club. Follow on Twitter/X: @Mike_Masala