Patriots' WR Julian Edelman (knee) was absent from Thursday's practice. (Zack Cox on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact
Edelman was not spotted at Thursday's practice, putting his chances of being activated from injured reserve in doubt. The Patriots are eliminated from playoff contention and have no incentive of rushing Edelman back into game action. He has been sidelined since Week 7's loss to the 49ers with a knee injury. Unless Edelman is able to practice this week, the 34-year-old WR is unlikely to suit up for Monday's contest against the Bills.