The Patriots ruled four key players out ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Jets.

Tight end Austin Hooper (concussion), wide receiver Kayshon Boutte (hamstring), linebacker Christian Elliss (hip) and running back Rhamondre Stevenson are out and will not play on Thursday night.

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Defensive tackle Joshua Farmer (ankle) and running back Terrell Jennings (knee) are questionable to play against the Jets.

Those designations make the Patriots shallow at tight end and running back, where they might need to call up reserves from the practice squad.

Hooper’s injury leaves the team with only Hunter Henry at fullback on the 53-man roster, though fullback Jack Westover has experience at tight end, as well. Thomas Okukoya or CJ Dippre could be brought off the practice squad to

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