Sebastian Vollmer Injury: Updates on Patriots OT's Leg and Return

New England Patriots offensive tackle Sebastian Vollmer had been out since he suffered a leg injury in Week 16 against the New York Jets. He is ready to return against the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC divisional round.

Continue for updates.

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Vollmer Active vs. Chiefs

Saturday, Jan. 16

The team announced Vollmer will play in Saturday's game.

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Latest on Vollmer's Practice Status 

Friday, Jan. 15

The team announced Vollmer was a limited participant in practice Friday.

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Vollmer Injury Weakens Already Threadbare O-Line

New England's offensive line has already withstood two significant injuries, with Nate Solder heading to injured reserve in October and the team only activating Bryan Stork from IR in November. Josh Kline is also dealing with an injured shoulder.

Getting Vollmer back in time for the matchup with the Chiefs is huge for New England, and will go a long way towards stabilizing a Patriots line that could use a veteran presence.