FOXBOROUGH — Mike Vrabel wouldn't give too much away regarding star cornerback Christian Gonzalez's status ahead of Week 1, but from what he said, it certainly seems like his hamstring injury has sidelined him for longer than the New England Patriots planned.
"I wouldn't anticipate him out here today," Vrabel said before Monday's practice. "Hopefully that improves, but he's working hard and trying to improve and he wants to be out there.
"I think this is good for us and good for Christian, and the team is trying not to be frustrated. These things happen.