By Danny Picard
CSNNE.com Staff ReporterFollow @dannypicard
FOXBORO -- The Patriots practiced in shells and shorts for the second straight day on Thursday at Gillette Stadium, and only two players were missing.
Center Dan Koppen and defensive lineman Mike Wright were both absent, while cornerback Leigh Bodden returned after missing Wednesday's practice.
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