Patriots inactives vs. Titans

Running back Shane Vereen, defensive back Alfonzo Dennard and tight end Daniel Fells are among the notable players who are inactive for Sunday's opener.

Patriots inactives: RB Shane Vereen (knee), DB Alfonzo Dennard, OL Nick McDonald, TE Daniel Fells, DE Jake Bequette, DE Justin Francis and DL Marcus Forston. 

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