FOXBORO, Mass. — The Patriots had an unexpected absence in practice on Wednesday.
Aaron Dobson was missing from the Dana-Farber Field House. New England was practicing in shorts and shells.
Marcus Cannon and Michael Hoomanawanui were also missing. Cannon hurt his ankle against the Broncos. Hoomanawanui has a knee injury.
There were two new players on the practice field. There was a tight end wearing No. 86, who was most likely D.J. Williams. There was also an offensive lineman wearing No. 69. His identity is unknown at this time.
The Patriots were in the practice bubble due to high winds.
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