New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne will begin the regular season on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. This decision means he will be sidelined for at least the first four games as he continues his recovery from an ACL tear sustained last October.
- Kendrick Bourne's absence will impact the Patriots' receiving corps early in the season.
- Fantasy managers should look for alternative options in the Patriots' offense.
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- Bourne will miss at least the first four games of the season due to being on the PUP list.
- He is still recovering from an ACL tear suffered last October.
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- The Patriots will need to adjust their offensive strategy without Bourne in the lineup.
- Other wide receivers will have to step up in his absence.