The Facts: The Patriots announced that Boyce has been placed on season-ending injured reserve.

Diehards Line: Boyce injured his ankle in the fourth quarter of the team's loss to the Dolphins on Dec. 15 and hasn't played since. To take his place on the roster, the team announced the signing of veteran receiver Austin Collie, as previously reported. ... Meanwhile,the injury status of fellow receiver Aaron Dobson also bears watching. Dobson injured his foot in the season finale and hasn't practiced this week.