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February 1, 2008

Belichick not concerned about Brady's ankle

Journal photo / Gretchen Ertl

PHOENIX -- Bill Belichick is not concerned about star quarterback Tom Brady’s high-ankle sprain.

When asked if he was worried about Brady’s ankle at his morning press conference, Belichick said, “No. Tom Brady is one of the most consistent, well prepared, dependable and steady players I have ever coached.”

According to the Chicago Tribune’s Dan Pompei, the designated pool reporter, Brady wasn’t limping noticeably and his ankle wasn’t taped during practice at Arizona State in nearby Tempe on Wednesday and Thursday. On Monday, Brady was limping and his ankle was taped.

Brady said yesterday that his ankle is fine.

“I don’t think it’s a problem going into the game,” Brady said. “I don’t think the ankle is truly a problem.”

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