New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski appears unlikely to play Sunday against the 49ers at Levi’s Stadium.
The NFL Network reported Monday that Gronkowki sustained “what is believed to be punctured lung” in the Patriots’ 31-24 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday night.
Gronkowski could miss just one game, according to the report. Gronkowski, a seven-year pro, has 25 catches for a team-high 540 yards and three touchdowns in seven games this season.
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