Tennessee Titans: Isaiah Bolden Injury Forces Cancellation of Practices with New England Patriots

The New England Patriots have canceled their joint practices with the Tennessee Titans after a player's scary injury.

The New England Patriots have made the decision to cancel their joint practices with the Tennessee Titans following a scary injury suffered by rookie Isaiah Bolden during an exhibition game. These practices were originally scheduled to take place in Nashville on Tuesday and Wednesday, leading up to the teams' preseason game on Friday at Nissan Stadium. However, the Patriots have now changed their plans and will be returning to Massachusetts for practice instead, with the intention of traveling to Nashville on Thursday.

This would have been the second set of joint practices that the Titans participated in within the span of two weeks. Last week, the Titans traveled to Minnesota to practice with the Vikings before their preseason game, which the Titans went on to win 24-16.

Bolden's injury occurred in the fourth quarter of the Patriots' game against the Packers. Although he had feeling in his extremities, Bolden was taken to the hospital for further tests and evaluation. The game was subsequently suspended following the injury.

The Patriots have stated that Bolden underwent a series of evaluations and was held for overnight observations at Aurora Bay Medical Center. They expressed gratitude towards the medical staff at the center, as well as the medical staffs of both the Patriots and Packers for their prompt response and care in transporting Bolden to the hospital. Bolden was set to travel with the team on Sunday.

Matthew Slater, a longtime special teams standout for the Patriots, commented on Bolden's injury, emphasizing the fragility of life. He acknowledged that while this is not something that is often at the forefront of their minds, it is a reality that everyone will have to face at some point. Slater expressed his disappointment that such an unfortunate incident occurred within the context of what should be a joyful and celebratory experience.

In conclusion, the New England Patriots have made the decision to cancel their joint practices with the Tennessee Titans due to the injury sustained by Isaiah Bolden. This incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of life, and the Patriots are grateful for the medical staffs' immediate response and care. The Titans will now focus on their upcoming preseason game, while the Patriots will regroup and prepare for their practice sessions in Massachusetts before traveling to Nashville.

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