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Gronkowski (ribs) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Gronkowski got back on the practice field for the first time since he suffered cracked and fractured ribs and a punctured lung Week 3. Head coach Bruce Arians expressed hope Monday that Gronkowski will be able to return for Sunday's visit to New Orleans, and he's setting himself up to do just that with Wednesday's appearance at practice. Still, Gronkowski's status should be monitored closely Thursday and Friday, as the Buccaneers could give him a maintenance day as he gets back into the swing of things. As for the rest of the team's tight end group, O.J. Howard (ankle) was also limited Wednesday, leaving Cameron Brate as the only healthy player at the position.
