In a major surprise, Sebastian Vollmer has been inactivated for the game against the Jets. The Patriots' tackle has been bothered by knee and back issues but has played through them and has drawn praise for working at a Pro Bowl level. His absence means two offensive line starters will not play. Logan Mankins had been ruled out earlier because of an ankle problem. Other scratches were Rob Gronkowski, Chandler Jones, Jake Bequette, Macus Zusevics (who was activated earlier in the day, and Marquice Cole. Five players who have missed time, Aaron Hernandez, Patrick Chung, Daniel Fells, Dan Connolly and Justin Francis retutn. Source: Providence Journal
