With Romeo Doubs out and A.J. Brown questionable to play in Sunday's matchup against the Detroit Lions, Hunter Henry is the one player the New England Patriots need to step up most. Henry could be a vital safety valve for Drake Maye as New England prepares for a challenging matchup against the playoff-contending Lions.
Henry entered the season as the Patriots' second-leading receiver from last year and was expected to be the team's third receiving option this year. However, he has struggled to deliver consistent production in the passing game through the first nine weeks of the season.
Henry has recorded 32 receptions for 361 yards and two touchdowns this season, averaging 11.3 yards per catch.
The Lions have allowed the most passing yards per
game to opponents this season with 260.9, along with 18 passing touchdowns, creating an opportunity for Henry and the Patriots' passing attack to exploit.
With the pressure of facing an elite team in Munich and Maye coming off a three-interception performance last week, Henry could be in a position to provide the Patriots with the reliability and stability they need offensively against the Lions.
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