Morning Sports Update: Tom Brady says Rob Gronkowski ‘toughed it out’ against Texans
The Patriots get a 27-6 win over the Texans behind Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski, but the injuries keep coming. And James Young is beginning to emerge for the Celtics.
Tom Brady says Rob Gronkowski ‘toughed it out’ against Texans: “He made a great play to start the game, too,’’ Brady said. “He’s just a huge influence on what we do offensively. He really toughed it out. I’m proud of him.’’ (WEEI.com)
Devin McCourty, LeGarrette Blount, Dominique Easley, Jonathan Freeny leave Patriots-Texans with injuries: “Running back LeGarrette Blount (hip), safety Devin McCourty (ankle), defensive linemen Dominique Easley (thigh), and linebacker Jonathan Freeny (hand) left the game. All were initially listed as questionable but none returned.’’ (The Boston Globe)
Here’s where Devin McCourty injured his ankle:
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J.J. Watt didn’t register a QB hit against the Patriots:
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To prepare for DeAndre Hopkins, Logan Ryan says he ‘probably watched every route he ran all year’:“It’s good to see all the film study, and I spend…I probably watched every route he ran all year,’’ Ryan said. “It’s good to see it. It’s good to see those things pan out in the game and be there and make a play. But to me, those knockdowns, I feel like are a step closer to interceptions, and those catches could have been knockdowns.’’ (MassLive.com)
Celtics second-year forward James Young is maximizing his minutes: “We’re not asking him to work miracles out there,’’ Celtics coach Brad Stevens said. “Just make an open shot or two, rebound the ball, defend your position, be able to switch, defend a couple positions, and that’s enough. He’s been very consistent on the defensive end of the floor.’’ (The Boston Globe)
Patriots cornerback Leonard Johnson grateful to return to football — and do a celebration dance: “I’m always like that,’’ Johnson said. (the Providence Journal)
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Fantastic photos from Patriots vs. Texans
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