TMZ.com reports Aaron Hernandez was recently sued for allegedly shooting a man in the face in February, but that the suit was dropped after four days, suggesting a settlement.
Things are going downhill quickly for New England's star tight end. It appears the February shooting may have been accidental, but allegedly came in the course of an argument. It's important to note that the entire episode is hearsay since criminal chargers were never filed/pursued, but it's an ominous backdrop to Hernandez being one of the subjects of a Massachusetts murder investigation. Hopefully Hernandez's situation will clarify before the end of the week, and for the better.

Broncos C J.D. Walton has undergone an additional surgery on his troublesome ankle, and is expected to miss the entire season.

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport confirms Rob Gronkowski (back surgery, arm surgery) will open camp on the active/PUP list.
ESPN's Adam Schefter had the news first on Tuesday, but Rapsheet has chimed in with slightly stronger language, saying it "will" happen. Per Rapsheet, the Pats haven't given up hope that Gronk will be ready for Week 1, but we'd assume it's a fanciful hope. Gronk isn't a Peterson-esque healer, while the Pats have every reason to exercise extreme caution with their game-changing tight end.