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NFL Football News :: New England QB Cassel practices and will start Sunday (probably)

Posted on 2008-12-13 by Gooner

New England quarterback Matt Cassel practiced for a second straight day following the death of his father earlier this week.

But the New England Patriots declined to say whether he'll play against the Oakland Raiders on Sunday.

Coach Bill Belichick addressed the media briefly before Friday's practice at San Jose State and wouldn't describe Cassel's playing status.

Cassel briefly left the team on Wednesday after his father, Greg, died Monday night in the Los Angeles area. Cassel was notified of his father's passing on Tuesday, but stayed with the team before flying to Southern California to be with his family.

All indications are that Cassel will play against the struggling Raiders, but Belichick and the Patriots have yet to categorically confirm or deny it.

Sourced From : NFL.com

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