Patriots' Rob Gronkowski: Dealing with a bruise

The unspecified injury that caused Gronkowski to miss practice Tuesday is being described as a bruise, the Boston Herald reports.

Analysis:

While the exact nature/location of Gronkowski's ailment remains unreported, the bottom line here is that the tight end is expected to be fine. Per the report, "the bruise is not a concern and won't linger once properly treated." With that in mind, consider Gronkowski day-to-day and iffy, at best, for Thursday's preseason game against the Bears.