FOXBORO — Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones and defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale — both defensive starters — were not spotted by reporters at practice Friday.

Rookie wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk (concussion) and rookie guard Layden Robinson (ankle) also were not present.

Jones <a href="https://www.bostonherald.com/2024/10/24/patriots-injury-report-five-players-return-to-practice-as-team-regains-health/">had been limited</a> with a shoulder injury Wednesday and Thursday in practice. Ekuale was newly limited in practice Thursday with an abdomen ailment.

The Patriots need all the cornerback help they can get this week while going against Jets receivers Davante Adams, Garrett Wilson and Allen Lazard.

It’s not looking good for Polk and Ekuale to play Sunday against the Jets. Polk’s role is expected to be filled by Tyquan Thornton, based on comments from head coach Jerod Mayo on Friday. If left tackle Vederian Lowe (ankle) is healthy enough to play, then he would replace Robinson in the Patriots’ starting offensive line. If Lowe cannot play, then Sidy Sow would likely be his replacement.

The Patriots were missing two defensive starters and two rookies in practice Friday.{ai:summary}<p>Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones and defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale were absent from practice, raising concerns ahead of their game against the Jets. Rookie wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk and guard Layden Robinson also missed practice due to injuries.</p><p>Jones has been dealing with a shoulder issue, while Ekuale has an abdomen injury. Coach Jerod Mayo indicated Tyquan Thornton would likely step in for Polk, and Vederian Lowe's status will determine Robinson's replacement. #sports</p>

Patriots missing two more veteran starters from practice

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