The Facts: Following up on a previous item. ... The thumb injury Edelman suffered initially described as "mild trauma" is slightly more severe. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday morning that Edelman is recovering from a broken thumb, per sources informed of the issue. The Patriots receiver injured the thumb playing catch three weeks ago, per Rapoport.
Diehards Line:The break happening three weeks ago means recovery is already underway and Edelman should only miss a few more weeks. He'll be fine for the season, adds Rapoport. We wouldn't expect the 11-year pro to do much this preseason -- if he participates at all -- coming off the broken thumb. For a player of Edelman's caliber, his rapport with Tom Brady, and his knowledge of the offense, the missed time shouldn't be a big deal in the grand scheme for the Patriots.