With the preseason opener nearly upon us, here's a quick installment of "Ask PFW" to answer some of the questions fans might have as the Ravens and Patriots hit the field tonight.

Mike Vrabel became the latest Patriot to be removed from the physically unable to perform list, taking part in Tuesday practice, which amounted to little more than a walkthrough as the team finalizes its preparations for Thursday's preseason opener against the Ravens at Gillette Stadium.

The Patriots took to the Gillette Stadium game field for Monday’s night practice, a special event held in front of a large crowd of season ticket holders.

With several of the team's regulars sitting out practice, many of the Patriots backups had the opportunity to operate with the starters during Monday morning's practice. Antwain Spann and Le Kevin Smith were two that stood out.

With a couple guys on PUP and others missing time due to injury, the Patriots have used a variety of different looks along the offensive through the first week-plus of training camp.