Rob Gronkowski – Important – Injury
TE Rob Gronkowski returned to the practice field Thursday. Gronkowski, who sat out last week’s win over the Chicago Bears, participated in stretching and conditioning while also hitting the pads. That bodes well for Gronkowski being available for Monday night’s clash against the Buffalo Bills. Gronkowski did not accompany the team to Chicago after he was ruled out with back and ankle injuries. Reports out of New England said Gronkowski was dealing with back spasms.
Sony Michel – Noteworthy – Injury
RB Sony Michel did not practice for a second straight day due to a knee injury. Michel was hurt against the Bears and limited to 22 yards on four carries after rushing for 316 yards in the previous three games.