FOXBORO -- Defensive lineman Brandon Deaderick returned to Patriots practice on Thursday at Gillette Stadium, after missing Wednesday's session with an ankle injury. Not present for the beginning of Thursday's practice was tight end Kellen Winslow, who had full participation on Wednesday.
Also missing from the beginning of Thursday's practice was wide receiver Julian Edelman (hand), offensive lineman Logan Mankins (hip), tight end Aaron Hernandez (ankle), and defensive end Justin Francis (ankle). All of whom missed Wednesday's practice as well.