New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (back, forearm) is looking at Week 6 for his return but is not ruling out playing Week 5. He wants to make sure his back is fully recovered before playing again.

Footballguys View: If you drafted Gronkowski, this is disappointing after he seemed ticketed for a week 3 or 4 return once the Pats did not put him on the PUP list, but if he performs at an elite TE1 level from week 6 on, he’ll still justify a high pick.
Patriots | Rob Gronkowski targeting Week 6 return