With their cutdowns to 53 players in the rear-view mirror, the New England Patriots took to the fields behind Gillette Stadium for their first practice after the NFL roster reduction. Almost the entire team was present.

In fact, only one player who would otherwise be expected to be in attendance was missing from action: Christian Gonzalez remains out after suffering a hamstring injury less than a week into training camp. The Patriots’ star cornerback was present for the session, but watching from the side in street clothes.

Meanwhile, three players previously in the DNP category were back. Wide receiver Efton Chism and linebackers Anfernee Jennings and Jack Gibbens made their return to practice on Wednesday after recently missing time due to undisclosed ailments.

Also not participating

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