Not Really News

There are numerous reports today about the status of TE Rob Gronkowski. They all seem to state that Gronk won't be available for the opening game on Sept 8th. This isn't news. It was known a long time ago.

I expect the Pats to place Gronk on the PUP list which will keep him out of the first six games of the season. Although the season is still three weeks away, he hasn't been on the field since the end of last season.

The team needs to bite the bullet and start the season without him. Their offense has looked good so far, especially with their rookie receivers and their running game. When they get Gronk back, they need him to be 100%. He hasn't been that way for a long time.