The Patriots made a series of roster moves, bringing three players onto the active roster for Week 4 against the 49ers.

The New England Patriots have officially placed cornerback Alex Austin on injured reserve with an ankle injury. Patriots.com confirmed the news ahead of Sunday’s Week 4 matchup with the San Francisco 49ers.

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According to Ian Rapoport, rookie Drake Maye might have to wait a bit longer before starting for the Patriots.

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is still “a ways away” from starting, according to a pregame NFL Network report Sunday. New Patriots: Getting to know rookie wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport delivered the news during a television segment with an on-screen graphic that read “Drake Maye still weeks away from starting for Patriots.

The penalty occurred during last Thursday’s game against the New York Jets. Stevenson broke free for a run in the second quarter, and he was chased down by Jets linebacker Chazz Surratt. While attempting to utilize a stiff arm, Stevenson drew a penalty flag when his hand got caught in Surratt’s facemask.

They face a tough opponent this week on the road in the 49ers. For the Patriots to keep this game close or improve their record to 2-2, these six players need to step up in Week 4

San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Sam Okuayinonu forces a fumble against New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson and teammate Maliek Collins recovers for a turnover.

Rodgers was limping after a fourth-quarter sack and the Jets QB seemed to favor his left leg — the same on which his Achilles’ tendon was surgically repaired last year.

The Patriots are looking to snap a 2-game losing streak and avoid a devastating 1-3 hole as they take on a 49ers squad limping to the end of September. .500 is on the line for both, TODAY on Boston 25.