Mike Reiss of ESPN thinks the Patriots plan will be to keep Deshaun Watson in the pocket.
Nora Princiotti of the Boston Globe takes a deep dive into what goes into blocking a punt. Colleague Ben Volin breaks down the Houston offense and how their explosive plays are a big problem.
Tom Keegan of the Boston Herald wants to Patriots running game to step up against a vulnerable Houston offense.
Andrew Callahan has four of the sick Patriots returning to Thursday's practice while four others missed again. Callahan also wonders if the Patriots offensive line is about to find their stride with Isaiah Wynn back.
Matt Chatham of The Athletic breaks down how the Patriots run offense can get going, while Nick Underhill sees Brady taking way too many hits.
Dave Green reports the Patriots will be signing Kai Forbath for the game in Houston.
