Rob Gronkowski sheds walking boot, still out Wed.

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (ankle) shed his walking boot on Tuesday but did not practice on Wednesday.  He's still fully expected to play against the Giants on Sunday, but it'd be nice to see him get some work in beforehand.  Otherwise, Gronk will play the biggest game of his career on a 2-week layoff. He won't be anywhere near 100% regardless of whether or not he practices Thursday or Friday.