Tom with Bill

The Pats held their first practice in the desert Monday as they continue preparations for Super Bowl 42 Sunday against the New York Giants.  QB Tom Brady participated in all phases of practice, but did so with a slight limp as he continues to recover from the mild high ankle sprain he suffered in the AFC Championship Game against the Chargers.  After practice, some players and head coach Bill Belichick addressed the media.  The Patriots are bidding to join the 1972 Miami Dolphins as the only teams in NFL history to finish the regular season and playoffs without a loss.  The Pats will play the NFC champion New York Giants in Super Bowl 42 Sunday at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.