In the wake of reports that the New England Patriots are on the verge of signing veteran linebacker Junior Seau, the process toward him potentially rejoining the team picked up steam today.

According to a league source, Seau tried out for the team today.

Seau's presence could help the Patriots at inside linebacker with starter Jerod Mayo sidelined with a sprained medial collateral ligament.

Seau, 40, is entering his 20th NFL season. A 12-time Pro Bowl selection, Seau was with the Patriots for the final month of last season.

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