The Facts: Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower did not practice today because of an illness, per the injury report. Meanwhile for the Rams, S Blake Countess (foot) and Zuerlein (left foot) practiced on a limited basis.

Diehards Line: “We’ll evaluate him tomorrow,” Patriots HC Bill Belichick said of Hightower. Meanwhile, it's status quo for the Rams and more specifically, for Zuerlein. The kicker is fully expected to be ready for Sunday's game but we'll continue to follow up as needed through kickoff.