Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said on Friday that safety Rodney Harrison had been doing well in practice, certainly a sign he was going to be added to the 53-man roster in time for today's game. The Patriots late Saturday did just that, activating Harrison. To make room, they released tight end Marcellus Rivers, whom they had just signed to a reported two-year deal. It's possible that Rivers could be brought back at some point, as this was his second go-round with the team in a matter of a month. It would be a surprise if Harrison isn't on today's game-day 45-man roster.

Question marks today will include the offensive line and the status of starting center Dan Koppen (ankle) and starting guard Stephen Neal (shoulder). The inactives will be announced a couple of hours prior to the 1 p.m. kickoff.

-- Tom King