New England Patriots coach benched wide receiver Kendrick Bourne, favoring younger players.

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo benched wide receiver Kendrick Bourne in favor of younger players during a game against the Chicago Bears. Despite being benched, Bourne maintained a positive attitude. Mayo praised Bourne's support for teammates and emphasized the team's belief in collective success. Other wide receivers like K.J. Osborn saw reduced roles, possibly due to trade speculation.