New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (hand) returned to practice Thursday, Jan. 18, after injuring his hand in practice Wednesday, Jan. 17. The swelling in Brady’s hand doesn’t appear to have worsened as he was practicing instead of receiving treatment. The extent of Brady’s practice participation was not disclosed.

Footballguys View: This is worth watching, and he has a brutal matchup. That said, the only way Brady doesn’t play and find a way to perform is on a stretcher or in a casket. He’ll put up points and while the production may not be what he normally does, who are you trusting over him? Nick Foles against a tough Minnesota defense? Blake Bortles? Case Keenum? It’s not a great mathcup and the injury is a worry but he’s the most reliable guy here.