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Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski returns to practice

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski returned to practice Wednesday after he wasn’t spotted at the start of Tuesday’s full-pads session.

Gronkowski’s status has been a notable storyline given his importance to the offense. The reason for his absence at the start of Tuesday’s practice is not known, as the Patriots were not required to submit an injury report until later on Wednesday.

Rob Gronkowski is present at practice. pic.twitter.com/OkQqqrLupc

— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) January 13, 2016

Gronkowski arrived at the stadium at his usual early time Wednesday, so his presence was never in question.