Patriots' Rob Gronkowski: Inactive Sunday

Gronkowski (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Analysis:

In Gronkowski's continued absence, Martellus Bennett - who caught three passes for 14 yards in Week 1 -- is once again slated to work as the Patriots' top tight end Sunday, though it remains to be seen how heavily will Bennett focus on blocking in the contest. Gronkowski is thought to be making progress as he tries to bounce back from his hamstring injury, which offers some hope that he could potentially return to action as soon as this coming Thursday against the Texans.