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4 Ripple effects of Michael Williams being placed on injured reserve

By Connor Fulton

Oct 25, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight end Michael Williams (85) is tackled by New York Jets inside linebacker Demario Davis (56) during the second quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 25, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight end Michael Williams (85) is tackled by New York Jets inside linebacker Demario Davis (56) during the second quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 25, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight end Michael Williams (85) is tackled by New York Jets inside linebacker Demario Davis (56) during the second quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports /

Yesterday, the New England Patriots placed veteran tight end Michael Williams on injured reserve after he cleared waivers. Williams suffered a tragic spring practice ACL tear last week.

Here are four ripple effects of Williams ending up on injured reserve:

4. Williams will stick around in New England.

The Patriots are fortunate that no one else made a leap at Williams, as it means they can stash him away on the roster for next season. He’s only 25 right now, so there’s plenty left in the tank for the former Detroit Lion.

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No, he’s not exactly driving jersey sales, but Williams is a solid role player for the Patriots. For a 300-pound guy, he moves surprisingly well and was showcasing impressive hands in spring practices before falling victim to the ACL monster.

Read on for three more ripple effects of the Williams injury.

Next: 3. Chances of another OL on roster increases

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