Impact Smith-Schuster sat out Sunday's loss to the Raiders after not practicing in any fashion, but his return to the field Wednesday bodes well for his chances of playing this weekend against the Bills. The extent of his participation in Wednesday's practice will be clarified once the Patriots' first Week 7 injury report is released, but at a minimum, his presence on the field suggests that he's advancing through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol.
OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE