New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft reportedly has been holding out hope that tight end Rob Gronkowski will return from retirement to end the season, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com:
"Kraft told Gronkowski that he wants him to return for November, December, and the playoffs stretch run. And that if that happened, the team not only would welcome him back but will remain hopeful that it happens.
"Time is running out for Gronk to make a return. According to the rules, the last day for Gronkowski and the team to agree to grant him an official return to the roster would be Saturday, Nov.