"The Patriots just concluded practice. We'll be back later with a complete rundown on what went on, but here's the news:

The Patriots had a total of 18 players out, including those on the physically unable to perform list, which is 20 percent of their 90-man roster.

Among those out were defensive linemen Albert Haynesworth and Mike Wright, and linebacker Brandon Spikes. All three missed practice for the second straight day.

Here's the breakdown:

- Physically unable to perform list: DL Ron Brace, DL Brandon Deaderick, RB Kevin Faulk, OT Matt Light.

- Non-football injury list: OL Marcus Cannon.

- Out but watching practice: WR Brandon Tate, CB Ras-I Dowling, S James Sanders, S Josh Barrett, OT Kyle Hix, DL Ron Brace."