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Julian Edelman Injures Thumb, Will Miss 3 Weeks
It is unclear whether Edelman, coming off a Super Bowl LIII MVP and three-year contract extension, sprained or broke his thumb.

FOXBOROUGH, MA — New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman will miss three weeks after suffering a thumb injury, ESPN reported. It is unclear whether Edelman, coming off a Super Bowl LIII MVP and three-year contract extension, sprained or broke his thumb. He was spotted with a brace on his left thumb.
Edelman injured his thumb while catching a pass, ESPN reported. The 33-year-old veteran should be ready for the regular season.
Many Patriots are expected to report to training camp this week. The team's first preseason game is Aug. 8 against Detroit. The regular season starts Sept. 9 against Pittsburgh.
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