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Marcus Cannon returns to Patriots practice

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 05: Marcus Cannon #61 of the New England Patriots looks on after the Patriots defeat the Atlanta Falcons 34-28 in overtime of Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Marcus Cannon, who was included on the Patriots injury report with a concussion on Wednesday, was back to work Thursday as the team prepared for Sunday's game against Houston.

Cannon played the entire game against New Orleans, so it's unclear exactly when or how he may have suffered a concussion in the game against the Saints.

Cannon, a second-team All-Pro last season, will be largely responsible for neutralizing Texans defensive end JJ Watt. Should Cannon be limited, it's expected Cameron Fleming and LaAdrian Waddle will fill the void.