Patriots OL Dan Connolly returned to practice today as he continues to shake the effects of a concussion. Connolly, RB Danny Woodhead (concussion), and C Dan Koppen were at practice but in red, non-contact jerseys as the Patriots worked on the lower field behind Gillette Stadium.

Those missing from the media portion of practice included DL Mike Wright, LB Jermaine Cunningham, DL Eric Moore, and TE Aaron Hernandez. Rookie LB Brandon Spikes, who completed his league-mandated suspension, was present for the team’s first practice of the week.

Also, the Patriots may be announcing a roster move later today as a player wearing No. 53 was working with the linebackers. It might mean the Patriots are going to move another player to injured reserve. Stay tuned …