Patrick (undisclosed) returned to practice Friday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick was absent Monday through Thursday but will suit up to close out the week. He's competing for the No. 3 receiver job, with DaeSean Hamilton and KJ Hamler (hamstring) being the other candidates. Hamler hasn't been able to practice for the past week and a half, and it isn't clear if he'll be available for Week 1.