FOXBORO — Three Patriots defenders were not participating at the beginning of Friday’s practice.

Defensive end Keion White (elbow), outside linebacker Anfernee Jennings (ankle) and safety Jaylinn Hawkins (hamstring) were present but working off to the side during the portion of practice open to the media. Cornerback Christian Gonzalez (hamstring) was limited in practice Thursday but participated in stretching on Friday.

Cornerbacks coach Justin Hamilton said Thursday that Gonzalez’s limited status was pre-planned.

Starting outside linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson has been limited in practice this week after missing Sunday’s win over the Bills with a knee injury. If White and Jennings can’t play Sunday against the Saints, then undrafted rookie Elijah Ponder will likely take on a bigger role b

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