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NFL Divisional Round Buzz: X-Rays Negative for Rams QB Stafford; Parsons Back Week 1?

Who's hurt? Who's practicing? Who's starting? Here are the most noteworthy updates around the NFL ahead of the divisional round.

19 HOURS AGO • FOX SPORTS

NFL Divisional Round Buzz: X-Rays Negative for Rams QB Stafford; Parsons Back Week 1?

Vrabel and Patriots bring confidence into divisional round after strong defensive performance

The New England Patriots are heading into the divisional round of the playoffs with confidence after their strong defensive effort in Sunday night's win over the Chargers

19 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel reveals star cornerback Christian Gonzalez is in concussion protocol Christian Gonzalez's status for Sunday's divisional round is uncertain with the star cornerback in concussion protocol this week.

21 HOURS AGO • BOSTON.COM

Stafford, Kittle, Davis, Gonzalez among injured in NFL wild card games George Kittle, Matthew Stafford, Christian Gonzalez and Gabe Davis were among the NFL players injured through the weekend wave of wild card...

23 HOURS AGO • UPI.COM

Deadspin | Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez in concussion protocol Deadspin | Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez in concussion protocol

23 HOURS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Mike Vrabel shares devastating injury update on Patriots' Christian Gonzalez The Patriots' cornerback left their wild card matchup against the Chargers early with a head injury.

1 DAY AGO • MUSKETFIRE.COM

Patriots Get Major Christian Gonzalez Injury Update After Chargers Win Patriots' head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed that star cornerback Christian Gonzalez is currently in the NFL's concussion protocol.

1 DAY AGO • NESN.COM

In concussion protocol Gonzalez is in the NFL's concussion protocol, head coach Mike Vrabel relayed Monday, Mark Daniels of MassLive reports.

Impact Gonzalez exited in the second half of Sunday's 16-3 wild-card game win over the Chargers to be evaluated for a head injury. That evaluation evidently revealed a concussion, which means Gonzalez will need to return to full practice participation and be cleared by an independent neurologist to participate in the AFC divisional round game against the Texans or Steelers on Sunday, Jan. 18. Charles Woods would likely draw the start at outside cornerback if Gonzalez doesn't exit the concussion protocol in time.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Christian Gonzalez Injury: Mike Vrabel Comments After Star's Exit New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel weighed in after star cornerback Christian Gonzalez exited Sunday's win with a head injury.

1 DAY AGO • NESN.COM

Christian Gonzalez injury: Mike Vrabel gives vague update on Patriots cornerback The Patriots defense took a big hit Sunday when Christian Gonzalez suffered a head injury in the fourth quarter of New England’s 16-3 win ov...

1 DAY AGO • MASSLIVE.COM

Christian Gonzalez Provides Brief Injury Update After Patriots Win The New England Patriots defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 16-3 on Sunday night, but Christian Gonzalez was injured.

1 DAY AGO • NESN.COM

Patriots' defensive outlook changes after Christian Gonzalez injury news The Patriots might be headed for a defensive disaster if Christian Gonzalez suffered a tough injury.

1 DAY AGO • MUSKETFIRE.COM

4 Takeaways From the Patriots' Win Over the Chargers

The Patriots are onto the Divisional Round, while Justin Herbert's playoff struggles continued.

1 DAY AGO • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways From the Patriots' Win Over the Chargers

Doesn't return to playoff win Gonzalez (head) was downgraded to out during Sunday's 16-3 win over the Chargers in the wild-card round.

Impact Gonzalez was evaluated for a head injury in the second half and ruled out after initially being deemed questionable to return. The team hasn't indicated that he suffered a concussion, but if that turns out to be the case, Gonzalez would need to pass the five-step concussion protocol in order to play in the AFC divisional round against either the Texans or Steelers on Sunday, Jan. 18.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maye throws late TD pass and Patriots' defense roughs up Herbert, Chargers in 16-3 playoff win

Drake Maye threw a touchdown pass to Hunter Henry in the fourth quarter, and New England’s defense roughed up Justin Herbert as the Patriots beat the Los Angeles Chargers 16-3 in a...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Dealing with head injury Gonzalez (head) is questionable to return to Sunday night's contest against the Chargers, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

Impact Gonzalez suffered a head injury in the second half, and his status for the stretch run is now uncertain. In his absence, Charles Woods will likely step into a more significant role in New England's secondary.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bruins Fans Will Love Christian Gonzalez's Fit Before Patriots-Chargers New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez offered a nod to a legendary Boston Bruins player with his pregame fit Sunday.

1 DAY AGO • NESN.COM

Patriots' Christian Gonzalez Has Unique Tie To Major Coaching Hire - NESN.com The Washington Commanders hired their new offensive coordinator on Friday. David Blough. Blough, 30, is an interesting choice for the job, h...

3 DAYS AGO • NESN.COM

Another productive season Gonzalez tallied 69 total tackles (54 solo) and 10 passes defensed over 14 regular-season games in 2025.

Impact Gonzalez didn't record an interception for the first time in his pro career, but he still managed to reach double-digit passes defensed while missing three regular-season games. The third-year pro from Oregon has established himself as one of the NFL's top cornerbacks, recording 21 passes defensed, including two interceptions, over the last two years. Additionally, he posted a career-high 69 total tackles in 2025, tying for the sixth-most on the Patriots. Under contract through the 2026 season, Gonzalez is expected to start opposite Carlton Davis as part of New England's top outside cornerback duo following the 2025 playoff campaign.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Broadcasters Clown Patriots' Christian Gonzalez After Dolphins' Score New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez was among the responsible parties during a Miami Dolphins touchdown.

JANUARY 4 • NESN.COM

Herd Hierarchy Week 18: 49ers, Seahawks Top the List Ahead of Week 18 Game

The Patriots reclaimed the division while the NFC West is home to the top teams in the conference. But is it the Seahawks or 49ers who toppe...

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Herd Hierarchy Week 18: 49ers, Seahawks Top the List Ahead of Week 18 Game

New 2026 mock draft has Patriots pulling off sneaky trade-down move that pays off The New England Patriots have one of the youngest cores in football, headlined by 2025 Pro Bowlers Drake Maye and Christian Gonzalez. Their...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • MUSKETFIRE.COM

Efton Chism III, Rhamondre Stevenson, and More | Player Postgame Media Availability 12/28 Patriots players Efton Chism III, Stefon Diggs, Christian Gonzalez and Rhamondre Stevenson address the media on Sunday, December 28, 2025. T...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • PATRIOTS.COM

Patriots' Drake Maye makes another strong case for MVP with a dominant performance in win over Jets

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is making a strong case for MVP honors this season

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Patriots get career-high 5 TD passes from Maye in 42-10 rout of Jets, win AFC East a few hours later

Drake Maye threw a career-high five touchdown passes as the New England Patriots dominated the New York Jets 42-10

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

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NFL Divisional Round Buzz: X-Rays Negative for Rams QB Stafford; Parsons Back Week 1?

Vrabel and Patriots bring confidence into divisional round after strong defensive performance

4 Takeaways From the Patriots' Win Over the Chargers

Maye throws late TD pass and Patriots' defense roughs up Herbert, Chargers in 16-3 playoff win

Herd Hierarchy Week 18: 49ers, Seahawks Top the List Ahead of Week 18 Game

Patriots' Drake Maye makes another strong case for MVP with a dominant performance in win over Jets

Patriots get career-high 5 TD passes from Maye in 42-10 rout of Jets, win AFC East a few hours later