The New England Patriots have struggled along the offensive line this year, partially from poor performances and partially due to injuries that have cost some key players significant playing time.
Rookie offensive tackle Caedan Wallace is one member of the group who has been out for a while, as he was placed on injured reserve during the first week of October with an ankle injury.
However, on Monday, Wallace practiced with the team for the first time since then, marking his designation to return from injured reserve. This move opens his 21-day practice window, giving the Patriots until December 30 to activate him or lose him for the remainder of the season.