Rob Gronkowski Confirms Groin Injury, Says It's Not Serious and He's Day-to-Day

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski isn't concerned about the groin injury he suffered in Sunday's matchup against the New Orleans Saints. 

"The reports say out there it was my groin, and yes it is my groin," Gronkowski told reporters, per Phil Perry of CSNNE.com. "It's nothing serious, and I'm just day-to-day."

He also confirmed that he wasn't having any issues with his back, which required season-ending surgery last season. 

Gronkowski was having a huge game before leaving in the third quarter, accumulating six catches for 116 yards and a touchdown.

According to Perry, "After speaking to trainer Jim Whalen and team physician Dr. Mark Price, Gronkowski underwent further evaluation in the Patriots medical tent on the sidelines. When he emerged, he remained on the Patriots sideline, pedaling a stationary bike briefly."

Keeping Gronkowski healthy is a major key for the Patriots this season. While they were able to win a title without him for much of last year, he brings a unique dynamic to the table that no other player in the league offers. His ability to impact both the run game with his blocking and the passing attack with his size, athleticism and superb hands makes him extremely valuable.

There arguably isn't a better weapon in the red zone than Gronkowski, and he's remained Tom Brady's most reliable target when he's been able to avoid the injury bug. It would appear his latest injury scare won't sideline him moving forward.

And Gronkowski was thankful that the injury wasn't more serious.

"Super relieved," he noted. "I knew there was nothing really wrong from the beginning. I'm good."