Patriots rookie cornerback Christian Gonzalez was placed on injured reserve on Saturday, six days after he suffered a serious shoulder injury during New England's Week 4 loss to the Cowboys.  Matt Judon, however, is still on the active roster despite suffering a torn biceps during last week's loss. 

Specifically, Gonzalez reportedly suffered a torn labrum and a dislocated shoulder and is expected to undergo surgery sometime in the near future. Gonzalez's injury compelled the Patriots to reacquire J.C. Jackson via a trade with the Chargers

The injury likely ends what had been a successful start to Gonzalez's NFL career. The No. 17 overall pick in April's draft, Gonzalez was allowing a 67.5 passer rating when targeted prior to getting injured. The former Oregon Duck standout tallied 17 tackles, one interception, one sack and three pass breakups this season. 

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While Gonzalez has likely played his last down this season, Judon could return to the field as early as December, according to NFL Media. Judon, a four-time Pro Bowler who already has four sacks this season, recently underwent surgery to address his biceps injury. With Judon currently out, 2020 second-round pick Josh Uche is slated to fill his role in the starting lineup. Uche, who posted a career-high 11.5 sacks last season, picked up his second sack this season during New England's 38-3 loss in Dallas. 

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The Patriots replaced Gonzalez on the active roster with Riley Reiff, a veteran offensive tackle who has made 153 starts over his 12-year career.