New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry. Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports

Patriots TE Hunter Henry to undergo MRI on shoulder

By Erin Walsh | Last updated Aug 9, 2021 11:06 AM ET

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry suffered a shoulder injury during Sunday's training camp practice and is set to undergo an MRI, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss.

While the injury isn't believed to be serious, Henry could miss time during the preseason, Reiss adds.

Patriots TE Hunter Henry injured his shoulder in Sunday's practice, and is having an MRI, per a source. While initial indications are that the injury doesn't appear serious, the injury is painful and Henry could miss time in the preseason.
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) August 9, 2021

The good news is that Henry appears to have avoided a significant injury. However, the Patriots spent a lot of money to sign the oft-injured tight end, $37.4 million to be exact, and the fact he's already dealing with an injury is a little concerning.

If Henry is sidelined for an extended period of time, it won't be good for New England's passing attack. He needs time to develop chemistry with Cam Newton, and now he's not getting that with his preseason interrupted.

Henry had 60 catches for 613 yards and four touchdowns with the Los Angeles Chargers last season.

Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90

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