This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/patriots/onsi as Patriots Walking a Fine Line With Drake Maye Coaching.

Patriots rookie wide receiver Kyle Williams could see additional playing time with Kayshon Boutte dealing with a hamstring injury.

Although the Patriots didn't make a trade before the deadline, new reports claim it wasn't for a lack of trying.

WBZ-TV's Sports Director Steve Burton and ESPN's Mike Reiss discussed on Patriots 1st Down some of the team's recent injuries and how it may affect their game against Tampa Bay. They also talked about the team's inaction at the trade deadline.