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[Wilfork] has made more progress than I think anybody really expected to at this point. He was out there for the entire practice yesterday, but his reps were extremely limited over the last few sets of 11-on-11 drills. This is progress from the previous two times we’ve seen him. He used to be out there for an hour of practice then go rehab inside the bubble (Dana Farber Fieldhouse). I think the fact they’re keeping him out there means the rehab schedule has changed and they’re more confident in the progress he’s making.

Howe On Toucher & Rich: Wilfork Ahead Of Schedule In Rehab From Achilles Injury « CBS Boston

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Defensive linemen Will Smith, Tommy Kelly and Vince Wilfork were all full participants for all two hours of practice. That’s a promising sign for a defensive line rotation that was ravaged by injuries last season. Wilfork, in particular, has looked much improved over OTAs, where he appeared to be lumbering around a bit.

Patriots Minicamp Notes: Jimmy Garoppolo Continues to Improve – Extra Points – Boston.com

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[T]he presence of defensive lineman Vince Wilfork (ruptured Achilles, Sept. 29) in some 11-on-11 work today was our biggest takeaway. He looks to be moving well, as we noticed him pushing off hard and exploding forward to put pressure on the left side of the offensive line. Wilfork didn’t participate in the full practice, but it seemed like a significant step.

What stood out from Patriots’ OTA – New England Patriots Blog – ESPN Boston

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Checking in on Injured New England Patriots Stars Rob Gronkowski, Vince Wilfork | Bleacher Report

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Checking in on Injured New England Patriots Stars Rob Gronkowski, Vince Wilfork | Bleacher Report

Good recap of where we’re at with two of the most important players on the Pats’ roster. So many unknowns this year with all the young guys and those returning from injury. Fully expect there to be plenty of players to start training camp on the PUP list.

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DT Vince Wilfork: There was a time when it looked like this longtime defensive fulcrum – the man whose heft, dexterity and superiority in the biggest games defined this defense – would be gone. Ultimately he returned, but after missing much of last season and the Patriots still reaching another championship game, some might consider that Wilfork is less important. I disagree. This defense is still hardly loaded with individual brilliance, and if Wilfork can cull something and give Bill Belichick one more excellent season, then I really like the odds of the Pats being a top seed and being able to show that 3-4 front they prefer more times than not opens things up for guys like Chandler Jones and Don’t’a Hightower off the edge.

NFL’s most intriguing players of 2014, a team-by-team examination – CBSSports.com

Not sure I agree that Pats “prefer” the 3-4 defense anymore. They don’t have a true Mike linebacker on the roster, especially if Hightower is playing OLB as mentioned. They tried to run the 3-4 without a true Mike in 2009 (hello Gary Guyton) and we all remember what happened against the Ravens.

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I joked with (Wilfork). I told him I went down to Florida to make sure he came back, so he kind of owes me a little percent of his contract. He’s the heart and soul of not just the defense but the team. Everyone in that locker room listens to Vince when he speaks. He’s not a guy that is just talking all the time or talking to talk. When he speaks, everyone listens.

Patriots Notebook: Vince Wilfork talks include Devin McCourty | Boston Herald

Good read on McCourty.

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Wilfork likely had to sacrifice some money in the short term, although we will have to see the structure of the contract to know for sure, and understand exactly how much. It appears that whatever he gave up in the short term, he has a chance to earn back in future years, with even more upside.

Compromise means Vince Wilfork can stay awhile with Patriots – ESPN Boston

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