Article: Crittenden caught from behind by Graham?

SMITHFIELD, R.I. -- Ray Crittenden knows he is on the clock. He knows that each day he doesn't practice, doesn't perform, Patriots coach Bill Parcells' eyes will wander to someone else, someone who can do the job.

Ray Crittenden also feels the heat of Parcells' stare as he continues his role as one "of those guys riding bicycles." "I know he's {upset} at me," said the third-year wide receiver. "I'm frustrated, too. I want to play."

Crittenden has not played in the first two exhibition games. A sore right knee was the reason given, but two MRI tests revealed no tear, no major problems. Still, Crittenden said he wasn't ready.

It was after the second MRI last week that Parcells' tolerance tank ...

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