9:15 a.m. ET: The New England Patriots could be without their starting running back in Sunday afternoon's matchup with the New York Jets.

Dion Lewis "does not expect to play" in Week 7, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Sunday. Lewis was limited in practice all week with an abdominal injury. He officially was listed as questionable to play, though he did start last week's game against the Indianapolis Colts.

Lewis was limited in the game and had just four carries for 21 yards with three catches for 18 yards.

If Lewis doesn't play, James White is likely to see an uptick in third-down reps. Running backs LeGarrette Blount and Brandon Bolden also could see more time in the Patriots' offense.

Starting left tackle Marcus Cannon (toe), defensive end Jabaal Sheard (ankle) and outside linebacker Rufus Johnson (illness) already have been ruled out for the game. Starting left guard Shaq Mason didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday because of a knee injury, and he was limited in practice Friday, so his status is in doubt.

Starting wide receiver Brandon LaFell will be back in the offense, however. He was activated off PUP Saturday by the Patriots. LaFell could ease his way back into the offense after missing six weeks with a foot injury.

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