New England Patriots
Brandon Spikes - #55 - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 255 lbs. |
| Birthday | 09/03/1987 |
| Birthplace | Shelby, NC |
| College | Florida |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 2nd round, 30th pick by Patriots |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 92 | 5 | 0 |
Patriots-Vikings matchup of the day: Saturday
Here is a matchup to watch in the Week Seven game between the Patriots and Vikings.
Patriots rookie report: Week Seven
Here's a look at how the Patriots' first-year players are faring through six games:
Patriots rookie report: Week Six
The Patriots' rookies each made an impact in the Patriots' overtime win over the Ravens, including two rookies who were active for only the second time this season.
Patriots' linebacking corps stepped up in Sunday's win
In the Patriots' victory over the Ravens, their starting linebackers, including rookie Brandon Spikes, made big plays to seal the win late.
Jets' FB tandem opening holes for RBs
The Jets are pleased with the play of starting FB Tony Richardson and his backup, rookie John Connor, who are supporting the team's better-known RB duo, according to AFC East Whispers.
Patriots sign second-round LB Spikes
The Patriots have signed LB Brandon Spikes, leaving them with only one unsigned draft pick.
PLAYER NEWS
The NFL has suspended Spikes four games without pay for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances.|||||||
Spikes, the team's second leading tackler, will miss the rest of the regular season, starting Sunday at the Chicago Bears. The rookie drafted in the second round from Florida will be eligible to rejoin the active roster after the finale at home against Miami, and would be eligible for the playoffs.
