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Khalil Mack is back for Bears; Patriots missing Gronkowski

Linebacker Khalil Mack is back for Chicago in the Bears’ game against Detroit on Sunday, while New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski will sit out for the third time in four games with ankle and back injuries.

Mack, along with receiver Allen Robinson, are both active after each missed the past two games. Mack nursed a sore right ankle, while Robinson was shelved by a groin injury.

The Patriots will also be missing right guard Shaq Mason for their game at Tennessee, though rookie running back running back Sony Michel is available after missing the past two games with an injured knee.