Zac Ventola· Sep 20, 2026
Previewing the Patriots' home opener against the Steelers, he expects Charles Woods to start at cornerback opposite Christian Gonzalez with Carlton Davis III ruled out.
“With that, expect Woods to get the nod as the Patriots starting cornerback opposite Christian Gonzalez.”
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Charles Woods to be 1st on the depth chart
“The veteran has been ruled out for Sunday with a neck injury. With that, expect Woods to get the nod as the Patriots starting cornerback opposite Christian Gonzalez.”
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