The inactives for the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI have been released, with the Pats down seven players, including veteran running back Kevin Faulk and linebacker Gary Guyton. Rounding out the list of inactives are Ryan Mallett, Shane Vereen, Donald Thomas, Nick McDonald and Ron Brace.

Faulk is the longest tenured Patriot and has been seldom used all season, but as a fan favorite, this is hard news for a man that has represented the Patriots franchise so well during his career. In 13 seasons, Faulk has 3,607 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns on 864 career carries. Again, to recap...

New England Patriots - Super Bowl XLVI - Inactives

Ryan Mallett
Kevin Faulk
Gary Guyton
Donald Thomas
Shane Vereen
Nick McDonald
Ron Brace

Giants inactives have not been released yet. More to come when they're announced.

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