Martellus Bennett Injury: Updates on Patriots TE's Ankle, Shoulder and Return

New England Patriots tight end Martellus Bennett was dealing with ankle and shoulder injuries leading up to Week 14, but would not miss any game action due to the ailments. 

Continue for updates.

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Bennett Active vs. Ravens

Monday, Dec. 12

The Patriots announced Bennett was available to play on Monday against the Baltimore Ravens. 

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Latest on Bennett's Practice Status 

Saturday, Dec. 10

According to New England's injury report, Bennett was limited in practice Thursday, Friday and Saturday while dealing with ankle and shoulder injuries.

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Bennett Comments on Health

Saturday, Dec. 10

"You don't want to miss any practices and miss any games," said Bennett, per ESPN.com's Mike Reiss. "Something my teammates and coaches know about me is that I'm going to try to give them everything I got, no matter what."

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Bennett Has Proven to Be Key Piece to Pats Offense 

Bennett has made a seamless transition into the Patriots offense. The 29-year-old battled injuries in 2015 and finished with 53 receptions, 439 receiving yards and three touchdowns with the Chicago Bears. In 12 games with New England, Bennett has caught 44 passes for 544 yards and four touchdowns.

Adding the 2014 Pro Bowler has proved to be a shrewd move for the Patriots after Rob Gronkowski underwent back surgery in December that ruled him out for the rest of the regular season.