Sudfeld's upside when Gronk returns

Remember when rookie tight end Zach Sudfeld was tearing it up in the preseason? He caught a pass of at least 20 yards in each of his first three preseason tilts and finished with eight catches for 101 yards and a touchdown.

Positional groupings: Pats favor 3rd WR

One of the things that will be charted on a weekly basis is the positional groupings utilized by the New England Patriots' offense, as they reveal player value and take us deeper into the X's and O's of how coordinator Josh McDaniels is attempting to attack the opposition.

about 4 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Sudfeld did not record a catch in Sunday's 23-3 win over the Bucs.

about 9 days ago | Data Provided By

Gronkowski, Amendola out vs. Buccaneers

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski and wide receiver Danny Amendola were officially ruled out for Sunday's victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, meaning Tom Brady once again was without two of his top pass catchers.

about 9 days ago | Field Yates |

Positional groupings: Disappearing TE

One of the things that will be charted on a weekly basis is the positional groupings utilized by the New England Patriots' offense, as they can reveal player value and take us deeper into the Xs and Os of how coordinator Josh McDaniels is attempting to attack the opposition.

about 11 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Pats' Amendola, Gronkowski limited

Wide receiver Danny Amendola (groin) and tight end Rob Gronkowski (back/forearm) were among seven Patriots who were limited due to injury during Wednesday's practice.

about 13 days ago | Field Yates |

Pats without Amendola, Gronkowski vs. Jets

As expected, Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola (groin) and tight end Rob Gronkowski (back, forearm) were inactive for Thursday nights game between New England and the New York Jets.

Patriots injury update: Amendola doubtful

Thursday night’s matchup between the New York Jets and New England Patriots has no shortage of storylines, including several injury question marks that will have major implications for both the game and fantasy.

FBO: Week 2 fantasy matchups

Scott Kacsmar of Football Outsiders provides the best and worst fantasy matchups for Week 2.

Clayton: RG III, Gronkowski and Giants' RBs

ESPN NFL Insider John Clayton weighs in on Robert Griffin III's return, Rob Gronkowski's status, Brandon Weeden's struggles, Ndamukong Suh's controversial hit, the state of the Jaguars and more.

Gronk's chances of facing Jets

Tight end Rob Gronkowski continues to make steady progress in his recovery from back and forearm surgeries, and even though he isn't expected to play Thursday against the New York Jets, there are signs that he is getting closer to game action.