Gronk requires 4th Surgery, Out 11 Weeks

[Boda]

http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/rob_gronkowski_requires_fourth_surgeryout_11_weeks/13575881
 

It is official. New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski will need a fourth surgery to address an infection in his forearm.
 
Earlier this week, Patriots owner Robert Kraft issued a statement that alluded to the idea that Gronk was just fine.
Karen Guregian of the Boston Herald is reporting that the worst case scenario has arrived.
As of this point, the plate that was inserted to hold his broken bone in place must be switched out.
The tissue that is inhabiting the infected area must be tested as well.
Gronkowski underwent a six-week cycle of antibiotics to cleanse himself of the infection but until the tests are done, there is no way to be sure that all of the traces of the infection are gone.
Gronkowski will face a 11-week recovery process which can easily impact his availability for the start of the 2013-14 season.
The new worst case scenario for the Patriots according to the report is that a fifth surgery may be required at some point which could deep-six his entire season.
To make matters worse, another Tom Brady target Julian Edelman is currently in a walking boot and the Pats other  starting tight end option Aaron Hernandez could miss up to four months as he mends from his shoulder surgery.

 

 

[Boda]

Definitely not good news.  Have to start wondering if Gronk will ever be healthy again.  Not saying he won't but this string of surgeries just isn't a good sign right now.

 

[bosoxlover12]

Dobson tho

 

[Pugz]

holy shit. it seems like setback after setback with this injury.

 

[Boda]

Dobson tho

Dobson is going to be such a stud in New England.
 
 
Also hearing possible rumors that a 5th surgery might be required as well.

 

[Giantmetfan07]

a 5th? geez. Guy seemed indestructible before the first.