The Patriots concluded a short practice (75 minutes) at the outdoor fields in Foxboro. Tedy Bruschi participated and was involved in some very light running and hitting drills. The players were dressed in shorts, shoulder pads and helmets.

He is expected to practice again Thursday. The team will then take the weekend off and may not return to practice until next Wednesday. It is possible that Bruschi will work out in Foxboro during the weekend break, but the Patriots will not disclose if that happens.

-- KEVIN McNAMARA