The New England Patriots have been practicing for a little while now as organized team activities were in full swing. However, some prominent names have been absent from the Patriots offseason workouts so far.
Quarterback Tom Brady and tight end Rob Gronkowski have yet to participate in any phase of the Patriots offseason plan. Neither player was at the voluntary OTA’s, nor were they present at the first two phases.
The reasons for their absences were wide-ranging. Some believed it was because of their current contract situations. There have also been some philosophical differences as between the organization and Brady’s personal trainer, Alex Guerrero.