Polamalu's return in doubt after missing practice

 
Just one day after returning to the field, Pittsburgh Steelers' strong safety Troy Polamalu missed the Thursday afternoon practice, and there is now some uncertainty about his status for the Sunday night matchup at New England. [link]

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