DeVante Parker returns to Patriots practice, but Marcus Jones remains out
FOXBORO -- The Patriots did not talk with reporters on Wednesday, but they did practice ahead of Week 18's must-win matchup with the Buffalo Bills.
Wide receiver DeVante Parker returned for the session, his first practice since going down with a concussion in Week 14. He was one of four players limited, indicating that he could potentially play in New England's regular-season finale on Sunday.
Cornerback Jalen Mills (groin), who hasn't played since Thanksgiving, was also limited on Wednesday. Fellow corner Jonathan Jones (chest) and receiver Jakobi Meyers (shoulder) were both limited as well.
Two players sat out Wednesday's practice: Rookie corner Marcus Jones and tight end Jonnu Smith, both of whom are dealing with concussions.
The Buffalo Bills did not practice on Wednesday as the team waits for news on safety Damar Hamlin, who collapsed on the field in Cincinnati on Monday night and remains in critical condition as of Wednesday. The Bills did hold meetings and a walkthrough on Wednesday, their first day of preparations for Week 18 against New England.
The mood at Patriots practice today just seemed different. Yes, the music was on but you could sense a drop in energy, and understandably so. As of right now, the Pats-Bills game in Buffalo is on as scheduled. We won’t hear from the Patriots now until tomorrow. @wbz pic.twitter.com/ivBmxLEJJQ
— Mike Uva (@Mike_Uva) January 4, 2023
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