FOXBORO, MA - SEPTEMBER 07: Rob Gronkowski #87 of the New England Patriots sits on the sideline during the first half against the Kansas City Chiefs at Gillette Stadium on September 7, 2017 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Patriots Rob Gronkowski forced to leave game after injury

This is unfortunate.

The New England Patriots are easily handling the New Orleans Saints with a 36-13 score in the fourth quarter. However, they lost one of their best weapons who is questionable to return for the rest of the game. Tight end Rob Gronkowski unfortunately was the recipient of the injury:

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Here is video of the incident that forced Gronk out of the game:

Gronkowski was having a nice game as he had six catches for 116 yards and a touchdown on the day. Hopefully it's nothing too lasting as the Patriots offense will surely miss him if he misses time.