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Alex Austin News: Activated off IR

Written by RotoWire Staff

Updated on January 17, 2026 at 2:39pm

The Patriots activated Austin (wrist) off injured reserve Saturday.

Austin has been sidelined since the team's Week 12 win over the Bengals but will seemingly make his return during Sunday's divisional-round matchup versus the Texans. The 24-year-old should resume his role as a special teamer and depth defender against Houston.

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