n a classic case of the rich getting richer, five-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Richard Seymour, who this week joined practices for the first time all season, has been activated by the New England Patriots from the physically unable to perform list. Seymour is expected to play Sunday against the Washington Redskins. It is not yet known how much Seymour will play, but he probably will see at least 10-15 snaps. But by activating him for Sunday's home contest, the Patriots will afford Seymour the opportunity to get in some live game action before next week's much-anticipated matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.