NFL-- Friday marks the return of Patriots quarterback Mac Jones to practise

All eyes were on Mac Jones when the New England Patriots took the practise fields behind Gillette Stadium on Friday afternoon.

After missing the previous day's practise due to an unidentified illness, the second-year quarterback returned.

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After missing the previous day's practise due to an unidentified illness, the second-year quarterback returned.

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Jones' participation status is yet unknown.

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Injuries will be disclosed by New England later on Friday afternoon, but the mere fact that he was back is a positive development.

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It is anticipated that Jones will travel to Pittsburgh and take part in the next Patriots-Steelers game.

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Jones' return to practise is the latest chapter in an eventful week for the 24-year-old.

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Jones entered the game with doubts about his availability due to a back injury suffered in the Patriots' season-opening loss to the Miami Dolphins.

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Jones had X-rays taken after the game, but the results were negative, and further examination revealed no problems.

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In his brief absence, Bailey Zappe and backup quarterback Brian Hoyer handled the practise reps.

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All eyes were on Mac Jones when the New England Patriots took the practise fields behind Gillette Stadium on Friday afternoon.

After missing the previous day's practise due to an unidentified illness, the second-year quarterback returned.

After missing the previous day's practise due to an unidentified illness, the second-year quarterback returned.

Jones' participation status is yet unknown.

Injuries will be disclosed by New England later on Friday afternoon, but the mere fact that he was back is a positive development.

It is anticipated that Jones will travel to Pittsburgh and take part in the next Patriots-Steelers game.

Jones' return to practise is the latest chapter in an eventful week for the 24-year-old.

Jones entered the game with doubts about his availability due to a back injury suffered in the Patriots' season-opening loss to the Miami Dolphins.

Jones had X-rays taken after the game, but the results were negative, and further examination revealed no problems.

In his brief absence, Bailey Zappe and backup quarterback Brian Hoyer handled the practise reps.

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