It’s official — Rob Gronkowski is back.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end will make his long-awaited return from injury in Week 8 against the New Orleans Saints, according to Rick Stroud of The Tampa Bay Times.
“Final word on TE. Rob Gronkowski He will play today barring any setbacks in pregame warmups but will be used situationally by Bruce Arians. Don’t expect a full workload but could be a factor in the red zone, third down etc.”
As mentioned by Stroud, Gronkowski will play — but he won’t be used in his usual workload. Prior to his injury, the veteran tight end had appeared in 88% of the Buccaneers’ snaps in Week 1 and 81% of the snaps in Week 2.
The 32-year-old tight end has been sidelined since suffering multiple rib injuries and a punctured lung in a Week 3 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
Prior to his injury, the three-time Super Bowl champion had re-emerged as one of Tom Brady’s favorite weapons. Gronkowski had posted 16 catches for 184 yards and four touchdowns in just three games this season.
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