FOXBORO — Expect Terrell Jennings to get the first crack at replacing injured running back Antonio Gibson in the Patriots’ offense.
Jennings, who’s currently on the practice squad, said he is “definitely” ready to play if he’s elevated from the practice squad to play the Saints this week.
“I train every day. I’m sitting in the meeting rooms with all the guys every day, so it’s not really a difference,” Jennings said. “I’m ready when my number is called always.”
Jennings called it an “exciting” opportunity, despite his teammate and good friend’s season-ending knee injury.
The Florida A&M product played in three games last season, running the ball 13 times for 33 yards with one target in the passing game. He also played 18 snaps on special teams.
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