Rob Gronkowski will have 4th surgery Monday

Source: Draft Sharks

The Boston Herald's Karen Guregian has confirmed that Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski will undergo a 4th forearm surgery on Monday at 2 pm ET.  Doctors will go in and determine whether or not the infection has cleared.  But contrary to previous information, Guregian reports that Gronk will need a 5th surgery regardless.  If the infection has cleared, that procedure to replace the plate in his forearm will take place in about a week.  Gronk would then begin a 10-11 week recovery phase.  If the infection is still present, "it's back to square one, and the possibility of missed games creeps into the equation," Guregian writes.  We'll continue to stay on top of this situation.

Rob Gronkowski - Gronk will undergo surgery Monday

Source: The Huddle

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm, back) is scheduled to undergo surgery Monday, May 20, on his injured forearm. The doctors are expected to take cultures from his forearm to see if the infection is still there. If there is no infection, the plate in his forearm will be replaced and Gronkowski would start a 10- to 11-week rehab process. The plate will not be replaced if there is still signs of an infection.
Huddle Up: Best case scenario here is that Gronk returns early in camp, but there's also the possibility of a lingering infection and also the reports of a back issue that have cropped up over the past week. Translation: The TE's availability for Week 1 is still very much in question.

Rob Gronkowski: Procedure On Tap Monday

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Rob Gronkowski: Gronkowski is slated to undergo a fourth procedure on his left forearm Monday, the Boston Herald reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski will undergo surgery Monday

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm, back) is scheduled to undergo surgery Monday, May 20, on his injured forearm. The doctors are expected to take cultures from his forearm to see if the infection is still there. If there is no infection, the plate in his forearm will be replaced and Gronkowski would start a 10- to 11-rehab process. The plate will not be replaced if there is still signs of an infection.

Gronkowski undergoing 4th arm surgery Monday - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

The Boston Herald confirms Rob Gronkowski's fourth left-forearm surgery will take place Monday at Massachusetts General Hospital.

First Down: Sizing up Stafford, Gronk’s soap opera and ‘Felony and Ivory’

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

In every corner of the sports universe hard-to-explain anomalies push the boundaries of flukiness, crazy events that leave eyewitnesses with jaws dropped.

Fantasy football is no exception.

From Jerome Harrison’s trampling of Kansas City Week 14 2009 to Billy Volek’s unforgettable two-game stretch with the Titans in 2004 to an entire offseason week where neither Kenny Britt or Titus Young are incarcerated, unforeseen occurrences happen all the time, changing previously conceived notions about a particular player or team.

Take Detroit’s Matthew Stafford.

Last year, the former No. 1 pick was the definition of

Rob Gronkowski back updates

Source: Draft Sharks

2 important updates on the Rob Gronkowski back story.  First, Pro Football Talk has learned that Gronk is awaiting a 2nd opinion but will "probably" need surgery to address the disc problem.  Second, we've learned more about the timetable for the procedure and recovery.  PFT reports that Gronk will go under the knife 3-4 weeks after the final forearm procedure.  That could be Monday, or it could be later if he needs that 5th surgery.  (Still following?)  Then Gronk will need 10 weeks of rehab after the back surgery, according to ESPN.  If our math is right, that means Gronk will be back in 13-14 weeks, assuming he doesn't need a 5th forearm surgery.  The 2013 season starts in 16 weeks.  If everything goes to plan, Gronk would

Rob Gronkowski - Rob Gronkowski's back injury new

Source: The Huddle

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski's problem with a disc in his back is not related to the disc problem he had while in college in 2009. Gronkowski underwent a procedure to fix his back problem in college. It is not known when Gronkowski suffered his current injury, but it is believed to date back to last season. Even if it does require surgery, Gronkowski's back injury won't keep him from participating in training camp, unless his forearm needs several more surgeries.
Huddle Up: Forearm, back... it's getting more and more difficult to keep Gronkowski atop the tight end rankings. Right now most of the news is speculative--the back injury shouldn't be a problem, he'll only need another surgery on his forearm if the

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski's back injury new

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski's (back) problem with a disc in his back is not related to the disc problem he had while in college in 2009. Gronkowski underwent a procedure to fix his back problem in college. It is not known when Gronkowski suffered his current injury.

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski headed toward forearm and back surgery

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

The ongoing buzz regarding Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski was that a fourth surgery on his forearm would be required. At this point that surgery is scheduled for Monday and barring any infection that would require a fifth surgery, Gronk is expected to be ready for Week 1. However, new reports state the fantasy football stud will quot;probably" also go under the knife for back surgery 3-4 weeks after Monday's procedure. FANTASY ANALYSIS: There are too many moving parts at this moment to gauge what all of this means for the 2013 season, but obviously there are concerns. It's worth noting that Gronkowski missed the entire 2009 season at Arizona because of a back injury. Of course Gronk also sat out five games last year and owners will need

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski's back won't keep him out

Source: Footballguys.com

Updating an ongoing story, New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski's (back, forearm) 'chronic' back problem, even if it does require surgery, won't keep him from participating in training camp, unless his forearm needs several more surgeries. Gronkowski's disc problem is different from the disc problem he dealt with in 2009, when he had the disc shaved down. However, his new disc problem dates back to last season. The star tight end was surrounded by rumors in 2010 that he dealt with spinal stenosis, or the narrowing of the spinal column that can lead to degenerative discs and joint pain. However, those rumors were quickly dismissed.

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski probably will need surgery

Source: Footballguys.com

Updating previous reports, New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (back, forearm) probably will need to undergo back surgery but is waiting for a second option at this point. His back surgery likely would occur three to four weeks after his upcoming forearm surgery. His back surgery would be delayed if Gronkowski needs two surgeries on his forearm.

Gronkowski 'probably' will need back surgery - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

A source with knowledge of the situation tells Profootballtalk.com that Rob Gronkowski will "probably" require back surgery after receiving a second opinion from Dr. Robert Watkins.

Rob Gronkowski might need back surgery

Source: Draft Sharks

USA Today’s Mike Garafolo reports that Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski has a disc issue in his back that is “being examined and could require surgery.” ESPN’s Adam Schefter hears that the issue is considered minor and wouldn’t keep Gronk out longer than he’ll be sidelined with his forearm situation. “He’s going to be fine long term,” a person close to Gronk said. “[He’s] not worried about the short term, i.e. start of training camp.” Fantasy owners should be alarmed, though. Gronkowski is only 24, but the medical problems are starting to pile up. Remember that he missed the entire 2009 college season after undergoing surgery to repair a disc in his back, although this latest issue is reportedly unrelated. He

Rob Gronkowski: Could Require Back Surgery

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Rob Gronkowski: Gronkowski underwent an MRI on his back and may require surgery to correct a disc issue. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Gronk's back an issue again

Source: FFToday

May need back surgery in addition to forearm surgery

In addition to a fourth surgery on his broken forearm, New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski might need back surgery, a source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Gronkowski recently underwent an MRI on his back to check on a disk issue from last season according to ESPN and media reports. The injury is not considered serious, the source said. If he needs back surgery, it would be performed during the time frame he would be sidelined after his forearm surgery, which is expected next week. (

Report: Gronk's back surgery would be 'minor' - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Rob Gronkowski's potential back operation is considered "minor," and wouldn't necessarily sideline him any longer than his arm surgeries.

Patriots TE Gronkowski may need back surgery - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

Rob Gronkowski underwent an MRI on Monday to check a disc issue in his back and "could require surgery."

Patriots' Gronkowski (Back) Could Require Surger

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Rob Gronkowski: Gronkowski underwent an MRI on his back and may require surgery to correct a disc issue. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Patriots | More on Rob Gronkowski

Source: Footballguys.com

Updating a previous report, New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski's (back, forearm) back issue is believed to be minor, and if he does need surgery, he is not expected to miss more time than it would take to recover from the forearm issue he is dealing with.

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski could need back surgery

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm, back) could require surgery on his back for a disc issue he has been dealing with. Gronkowski recently underwent an MRI, and if he is forced to have the surgery, could be ready in the same amount of time it would take to recover from the arm issue.

Report: Rob Gronkowski may need back surgery - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

USA Today reports Rob Gronkowski recently underwent an MRI to check a disc issue in his back and "could require surgery."

Docs confident Gronkowski's infection is gone - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

Profootballtalk.com is "told" that doctors are confident Rob Gronkowski's arm infection has "subsided," and that he'll avoid a fifth surgery.

As of now, Pats expect Gronk at training camp - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports "at this point," the Patriots expect Rob Gronkowski (arm surgeries) to be ready for training camp, although that's subject to change pending clearance of his arm infection.

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski update

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm) will likely need a fifth surgery that would probably keep him out of the start of training camp if his infection hasn't cleared when they operate on him for the fourth time next week. The team won't have a true timetable until he undergoes another procedure next week. Gronkowski has been taking antibiotics.

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski update

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm) will likely need a fifth surgery that would probably keep him out of the start of training camp if his infection hasn't cleared when they operate on him for the fourth time next week. The team won't have a true timetable until he undergoes another procedure next week. Gronkowski has been taking antibiotics.

Rob Gronkowski 4th surgery expected Monday

Source: Draft Sharks

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport has learned that Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski is expected to undergo a 4th forearm surgery on Monday.  This procedure was planned.  The hope is that the infection has cleared so doctors can replace the plate in Gronk's arm.  If that's the case, he should be ready for the start of training camp.  But if the infection is still lingering, Gronkowski will need a 5th surgery.  That'd put his availability for Week 1 in doubt.

Report: Gronk's fourth arm surgery 'imminent' - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reports Rob Gronkowski's fourth forearm surgery is "imminent."

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski to undergo surgery soon

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm) is scheduled to undergo surgery Monday, May 20. He underwent X-rays on his forearm Wednesday, May 15, and had his forearm examined. Doctors will see if the infection is still in Gronkowski's forearm. The team expects Gronkowski to be ready for training camp.

For those about to MOCK: Notable trends seen in early fantasy football drafts

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, South Carolina tight end Justice Cunningham, had his name called in front of a small group of reasonably sauced lingerers at last month’s NFL Draft, Fantasyland’s finest quickly began formulating thoughts and assembling cheat sheets for this year’s fake football drafts.

Mock season officially kicked off …

Over the next several weeks, armchair quarterbacks of various backgrounds will hone their draft skills in preparation for main events come August. During these exercises, participants will tinker with new strategies, rack their brains over complicated backfields and shout out expletives when desired players are pilfered just before their pick, all the while proclaiming

Bengals | Rookie TE Eifert lining up in multiple positions

Source: Footballguys.com

Cincinnati Bengals rookie TE Tyler Eifert has been lining up in multiple positions at rookie minicamp. "A lot of the things I'm learning are a lot of the same plays we had in with two tight ends - move me around in different positions," Eifert said. "Today I was out in the slot quite a bit. I think I'm picking it up pretty fast." Our View: Eifert is a dangerous weapon for the Bengals and has some Rob Gronkowski-like attributes to his game. It's easy to get excited about his prospects for this season but we can only recommend him as a TE2 for fantasy owners. His current ADP is TE17 and he's coming off the board near the end of round 13.

Freak Show Friday: Sinning Angels, Ball bashing and mucho Machado

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Already 34 games into the fantasy baseball season, Southern California's supposed fearsome twosome of Josh Hamilton and Albert Pujols have slowly crushed owner souls. Currently ranking No. 643 and No. 220 in Yahoo! Fantasy, the paltry pair have left their investors feeling jobbed.

Oakland's Adam Rosales can empathize.

On this week's investigative episode, fantasy sleuths Brad Evans and Scott Pianowski attempted to explain the Angels' ineptitude and decide edwhether buying low will lead to future riches. Also on this week's info-rich program, we partied shirtless with Rob Gronkowski, detailed the Montee Ball fascination, deciphered

Freak Show Friday: Fielding your questions at 8 PM ET, 5 PM PT

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Already 34 games into the fantasy baseball season, Southern California's supposed fearsome twosome of Josh Hamilton and Albert Pujols have slowly crushed owner souls. Currently ranking No. 643 and No. 220 in Yahoo! Fantasy, the paltry pair have left their investors feeling jobbed.

Oakland's Adam Rosales can empathize.

On this week's investigative episode, fantasy sleuths Brad Evans and Scott Pianowski will attempt to explain the Angels' ineptitude and decide whether buying low will lead to future riches. Also on this week's info-rich program, we'll party shirtless with Rob Gronkowski, detail the Montee Ball fascination, decipher

New England Patriots have log jam at WR

Source: Draft Sharks

The Patriots have a log jam in the bottom half of their WR depth chart.  According to insider Jeff Howe, Danny Amendola and rookie Aaron Dobson are the only locks to make the opening-day roster.  That leaves Julian Edelman, Donald Jones, Michael Jenkins, rookie Josh Boyce and recently-signed LaVelle Hawkins to battle for 3-4 spots.  Edelman should be safe as long as he can move past that bum foot.  And Boyce would need to flop to end up getting cut.  Our money is on Jones winning the 5th spot.  Of course, none of these guys are great bets for fantasy value with Amendola and TEs Aaron Hernandez and Rob Gronkowski likely to dominate targets.

Rob Gronkowski decision expected in 2 weeks

Source: Draft Sharks

A decision on Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski's forearm is expected in 2 weeks.  That's when his antibiotic therapy will wrap up.  At that point, doctors will go back into the forearm to replace the plate securing the bone.  If the antibiotics haven't cleared up the infection, though, Gronk will need a 5th surgery.  That one would put his status for Week 1 in serious jeopardy.  We should have a much clearer picture of Gronkowski's 2013 outlook in 2 weeks time.  Stay tuned...

Gronk's antibiotic therapy over in two weeks - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

Rob Gronkowski is scheduled to finish his antibiotic therapy in two weeks.

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski will undergo fourth surgery soon, docs hope infection has cleared

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

A source told the Boston Herald that New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski will need quot;a fourth operation to change the plate that's securing the broken bone in [his] forearm." The team hopes this will be his final surgery before recovery. For those unfamiliar with Gronk's situation, he may need an additional fifth surgery if the infection in his arm has not been completely flushed out. That scenario would jeopardize his ability to participate in the start of the season. If the infection is gone, they can remove the plate and he can begin his final recovery period. FANTASY ANALYSIS: This surgical dilemma has lingered for quite awhile. It certainly does not seem as though, given the lack of positive news, that it will turn out

Rob Gronkowski - Rob Gronkowski will need another surgery

Source: The Huddle

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski will need a fourth surgery on his forearm to change the plate that is securing the forearm. It is still not known if the infection in his forearm has cleared, which is delaying the surgery to replace the plate. Gronkowski probably would need a fifth surgery if the infection has not cleared and his status for the start of the regular season would be uncertain.
Huddle Up: This latest news puts Gronk's perch atop the fantasy tight end rankings in jeopardy. Though it's still too early to panic, if the fourth surgery reveals that the infection has not yet cleared up and necessitates a fifth procedure... then panic would not be unwarranted.

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski will need another surgery

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm) will need a fourth surgery on his forearm to change the plate that is securing the forearm. It is still not known if the infection in his forearm has cleared, which is delaying the surgery to replace the plate. Gronkowski probably would need a fifth surgery if the infection has not cleared and his status for the start of the regular season would be uncertain.

First Down: Cuts like a knife! Gronk’s forearm not feeling so right

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Arm surgery, partying, infection, partying, rehab, partying – it’s been an offseason filled with anesthesia and booze for Rob Gronkowski.

With recent reports about the former Pro Bowler’s recovery from a broken forearm ranging from glowingly optimistic to frustratingly somber, pinpointing exactly what the tight end is worth has been an exercise in futility. However, Wednesday’s news, as first reported by the Boston Herald, finally provided clarity prospective buyers were

Rob Gronkowski will have 4th surgery; 5th possible

Source: Draft Sharks

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski has undergone so many operations on his troublesome forearm that the whole process has become muddled. Insider Karen Guregian clarifies that Gronk will definitely undergo a 4th surgery to replace the plate that’s holding the broken bone in place. That procedure is expected to happen soon. On top of that, there’s still a chance Gronk will need a 5th operation if doctors discover that the infection in the forearm hasn’t cleared. It’s that 5th surgery that would put his status for Week 1 in serious jeopardy. If the infection clears on its own, Gronk should be back on the field at some point in August. We’ll continue to stay on top of the situation throughout the summer.

Rob Gronkowski will have fourth arm operation - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

A source tells the Boston Herald that Rob Gronkowski will indeed need a fourth operation on his forearm.

Rob Gronkowski - Still no decision on surgery for Gronkowski

Source: The Huddle

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm) will have to wait a few more weeks before finding out if he needs another surgery on his forearm. Gronkowski has been participating in the team's offseason workouts and has looked very good.
Huddle Up: The bad news is that what looked to be a simple broken forearm in December is still an issue 6 months later. The good news, though, is that 4 more months remain until the regular season gets under way.

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski still a couple of weeks from knowing if he needs 4th forearm surgery

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Rob Gronkowski reportedly looks great in the Patriots' offseason program, but over the next couple of weeks, a decision will be made that could keep Gronkowski from playing football for a long time. He has an infection in his left forearm and has been hoping it will clear with time. Surgery is a possibility, and according to ESPN Boston, the last month has basically been a quot;wait-and-see" period, with Gronkowski buying more time for the infection to go away. If it doesn't and if Gronkowski needs a fourth surgery in the past eight months on that forearm, multiple reports have stated he might not be ready to play in time for Week 1. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Gronk's regular-season status is still up in the air, but he has been setback-free for a

First Down: Still quick Vick may have another trick up sleeve

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

On the NFL calendar, May is usually marked with contract disputes, unsubstantiated rumors and, in the case of Justin Blackmon, unlawful acts. However, an interesting tidbit trickled off the wire last week prompting Eagles, and fantasy, fans to reminisce about 2010.

Ahh, the good ol’ days.

Last Thursday, with teammates looking on, Michael Vick went all Usain Bolt on LeSean McCoy, burning the gum-flapping youngster, a player eight years his junior, in a 40-yard footrace, a resounding victory for

Rob Gronkowski has had no recent setbacks

Source: Draft Sharks

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski hasn't experienced any setbacks over the past month.  He's in "wait-and-see" mode, hoping the infection in his surgically-repaired forearm clears.  According to insider Mike Reiss, Gronk is still "a couple weeks away" from knowing whether he'll need a 4th surgery to address the infection.  If he can avoid it, he'll be ready in plenty of time for Week 1.  Gronk has reportedly looked good in the Patriots' offseason program.

Patriots | Still no decision on surgery for Rob Gronkowski

Source: Footballguys.com

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (forearm) will have to wait a few more weeks before finding out if he needs another surgery on his forearm. Gronkowski has been participating in the team's offseason workouts and has looked very good.

Gronk 'looking great', hasn't had 4th surgery - Rob Gronkowski | NE

Source: Rotoworld Football

Citing multiple sources, ESPN Boston reports Rob Gronkowski is still "a couple of weeks away" from a determination on whether he'll need a fourth surgery on his fractured, then infected left forearm.

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, RDs 7-8

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

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ROUND 7

Eddie Lacy, RB, Green Bay Packers (PK73, RB28) – Everyone saw what a monster he was at the collegiate level, averaging 6.8 YPC

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, RDs 5-6

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, Justice Cunningham, had his name called Saturday, the fantasy football mock season officially got underway. To kick off Yahoo!'s festivities, we'll mock two rounds per day Tuesday-Friday (12-teams, PPR scoring, w/one FLEX) to help you get educated on which players will be valued/undervalued when the bulk of the draft season begins in August. Please declare a winner and/or express your general disdain for our 'stupidity' in the comments section below.

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