Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski was listed as unable to practice Wednesday because of a left ankle injury.

Logan Mankins only worked part-time this year and still was rewarded with a trip to Hawaii.

All is quiet on location at the Pro Bowl, but things will surely pick up as this day moves forward.

The Patriots, who own the NFL’s best record at 6-1, are about to get a little bit better with the arrival of two-time Pro Bowler Logan Mankins.

If you need a wideout for the stretch run, Vincent Jackson is worth a look off the waiver wire.

According to those close to Logan Mankins, the Patriots Pro Bowl guard is fully prepared to sit out the 2010 season.

Wes Welker has been taking positive steps in his recovery from knee surgery, but that doesn’t include playing in Thursday night’s preseason opener against the Saints.

Wes Welker took another step in his recovery from offseason knee surgery on Tuesday when he took part in a joint practice session against the Saints.

Wes Welker was one of several players on the sidelines when the Patriots opened training camp on Thursday morning.

There are plenty of things to worry about in New England. So hold off on any concern about Tom Brady‘s contract situation, says Jim Donaldson of The Providence Journal.

Patriots Pro Bowl guard Logan Mankins hasn’t backed off his demand for a trade. But at least one Patriots veteran hopes the team will reconsider its position.

If Logan Mankins has seen his last snaps as a Patriot, what’s the contingency plan?

Players have until 11:59 ET Monday night to sign their tenders, or their clubs could then lower the offers from the original levels. The teams would also still retain the players’ rights for the 2010 season.

The New England Patriots have extended contract tenders to G Logan Mankins and K Stephen Gostkowski, according to NFL Network insider Michael Lombardi.