As the New England Patriots returned to the practice fields, so did an ironman on the offensive line.
Veteran center Garrett Bradbury was back as a limited participant along with rookie defensive tackle Joshua Farmer on Thursday. Both had been non-participants to begin the week due to respective hip and ankle injuries.
But running back Rhamondre Stevenson, wide receiver Kayshon Boutte and linebacker Christian Elliss all stayed sidelined as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers matchup nears.
Here’s the second injury report leading up to Sunday’s 1 p.m. ET kickoff at Raymond James Stadium.
DID NOT PARTICIPATE
Patriots • RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) • WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring) • LB Christian Elliss (hip)
Buccaneers • RB Bucky Irving (foot, shoulder) • WR Chris Godwin Jr. (fibula) •

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