Hernandez voted 77th best in NFLN poll

New England Patriots Blog | ESPN Boston — Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez was voted the 77th best player in NFL Network's player poll (video here). The versatility of Hernandez was highlighted, and how he's had success as a tight end, receiver and even as a running back. Hernandez has totaled 175 receptions in his first three NFL seasons, and fellow players also have taken note of his unique touchdown celebrations. An ankle injury limited Hernandez to 10 games last season, and he dipped from 79 catches in 2011 to 51 in 2012.

New England Patriots May 9, 2013

Report: Shoulder surgery for Hernandez

New England Patriots Blog | ESPN Boston — Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez underwent shoulder surgery earlier this offseason, but is expected to be ready for the start of training camp in late July, the NFL Network reported on Tuesday morning. It is unclear when the injury occurred, and Hernandez is likely to miss both OTA's and the team's minicamp, scheduled to take place in June, according to the report. The 23-year old Hernandez recorded 51 catches in 10 regular -eason games in 2012, missing six contests due to an ankle injury originally suffered in a Week 2 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.

New England Patriots April 16, 2013

Report: Aaron Hernandez had offseason shoulder surgery

The Point After | Boston Herald — The Patriots passing game keeps taking hits.Tight end Aaron Hernandez underwent shoulder surgery this offseason, and he might not participate in any workouts through minicamp, according to NFL Network. The likelihood is Hernandez will be ready by training camp, and it's unclear when the injury happened.

New England Patriots April 16, 2013

Audio: Chris Price, Will Carroll talk Patriots, injuries and if league is committed to player safety

It Is What It Is | WEEI — In the latest edition of the It Is What It Is Cast, Chris Price is joined by noted sports injury expert Will Carroll. Will talks about the health of Patriots’ tight ends Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez as well as if the Patriots are a “healthy team” compared to the rest of the NFL. He [...]

February 21, 2013