There is hope that New England Patriots guard Cole Strange is in the home stretch of his recovery timetable, but when speaking with media members, coach Jerod Mayo made it clear that the guard is not ready to practice yet.
Strange has been out since last season battling a torn patella tendon injury. The 2022 first-round draft selection is an integral part of the Patriots’ offensive line when healthy. He had started in 27 games over the last two seasons, including all 17 in his rookie season.
The Patriots have struggled with inconsistency along the offensive line. Mayo even went as far as admitting his frustrations with the issues publicly.
When it comes to Strange, it appears that the organization will have to wait a little longer before he’s ready to practice.
Jerod Mayo: OL Cole Strange is not yet at the point where he is ready to practice.
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) November 13, 2024
Strange’s return will be a welcome one for an offensive line that needs all of the help it can get. The Patriots are taking a cautious approach with his health, as they look to work him back into the fold sooner rather than later.
