FOXBORO -- Once again, the Patriots are holding their practice inside the Dana-Farber Field House. They are in their shorts and shells.

Defensive back Antwain Spann and tight end Stephen Spach were not present for the media-access portion of the practice, which included stretching and warmup drills.

Running back Kyle Eckel (stomach), who was not present for the media-access portion of Tuesday's practice, is back on the field today.