NFL teams began assembling their eight-man practice squads last week, and if you're on the New England Patriots squad, your wallet might be a little fatter than others. The Patriots are one NFL team that consistently goes above and beyond the minimum practice squad rate of $5,700 per week. In recent seasons, the Pats have paid their entire practice squad weekly rates above the minimum salary at certain points.
You may notice some awkward bumps on the back of your tongue when you are sick. Sick meaning to have the flu, seasonal cold, or sore throat. Any illness that might affect the respiratory system or throat infections. These bumps can appear from the reason you got dehydrated, due to cold and fever.
1 Accidentally biting your tongue or scalding it on something straight out of the oven can result in a sore tongue until the damage heals. 2  Grinding or clenching the teeth can also irritate the sides of the tongue and cause it to become painful. 3  Smoking. 4  Smoking excessively can irritate your tongue and make it sore. So it is important for your dentist to determine the cause of white patches on your tongue. 2  Leukoplakia can develop when the tongue has been irritated, and it is often found in people who use tobacco products. 3  Oral thrush. 4  Also known as candidiasis, oral thrush is a yeast infection that develops inside the mouth.