As The Gronk Turns

There seems to be no end in the drama about whether TE Rob Gronkowski will play in the game against the Saints. He has not been medically cleared. It seems to be resting on the shoulders of the legendary Dr. James Andrews. He is supposedly examining the scans of his arm.

There is rumor of not proper healing of the bone. The plate that was inserted and caused the infection may have been a big mistake. If he had let his bone heal normally, it might have been a different story. The team and Gronk are at this point. As the Coach would say, "It is what it is".

This is a great example of trying to get a player back on the field too soon. In Gronk's case, his health may have been sacrificed last season for the benefit of the team in the playoffs.

I think this will drag out all season and after.