We will have the full practice report when it is available, but initial reports from the New England Patriots practice indicate that edge defender Shea McClellin is close to a return. McClellin started the season on the injured reserve and his return to practice suggests an activation after the bye week in time to face the Denver Broncos.
McClellin’s value is obvious as the loss of Harvey Langi, who was injured in a serious car crash, was not at practice and is a candidate to be placed on the injured reserve.