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It's now the perfect time to take a step out of the present and take a broader look at everything that's taken place since that fateful night in New Orleans.
Even without Rob Gronkowski the rest of the way, Scott Zolak still thinks the Patriots should be playing in Houston on February 5.
"Obviously we're all disappointed. Nobody's worked harder than Rob and been a better teammate and all that. So hopefully things will work out as positively as possible with him," Belichick said.
The CBS Boston sports team makes their predictions for Sunday's Patriots-Rams game at Gillette Stadium.
Tom Brady knows the Patriots have a huge void to fill without Rob Gronkowski the rest of the way this season and that "nobody feels sorry" for them.
The search for a silver lining or two is not entirely fruitless in this particular case.
Rob Gronkowski's long list of injuries and surgeries is growing.
Many are wondering about the star tight end's future in New England.
You know, in another place, at another time, one might be inclined to call John Harbaugh a big, fat hypocrite. But not here. Not now.
While Tom Brady showed a great work ethic, Drew Bledsoe didn't think he had the build to be a starting quarterback in the NFL.
As a player, Scott didn't do a whole lot to disrupt the Patriots. Now as a media member, he's proving to be much improved in that area.
The Patriots will have a third quarterback at practice starting on Wednesday.
The Patriots' head coach stepped to the podium Wednesday morning at Gillette Stadium and spoke glowingly about punter Johnny Hekker. And then spoke glowingly some more. And then, a bit more.
The former New England Patriots player has sued a company after some of his jailhouse phone calls were apparently listened to by an unknown person.
Brandon Meriweather joined Toucher & Rich to discuss free shots on the quarterback and why teams might not take them, and the dumbest fight he's ever gotten into.
The Patriots have a number of free agents to deal with this offseason. Marcus Cannon will not be one of them.
The Patriots may be heading south of the border in 2017.
Levan Reid hands out his awards, and throws out a few flags, for Sunday's Patriots win over the Jets.
Jared Goff had an impressive showing in his second NFL start, but the Los Angeles Rams' poor play on defense against the New Orleans Saints overshadowed his play. This week's matchup doesn't fair much better for the struggling Rams, as the New England Patriots have a better defense than the Saints.
In an age where people feel the need to find more creative ways to quantify everything, the beauty of Tom Brady is now the details don't really matter anymore.
The Bill Belichick Foundation is raffling off a chance for you and three guests to watch the Patriots take on the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, December 12.
He may be 0-4 with the Cleveland Browns, but it appears Jamie Collins is still a happy camper.
A seemingly meaningless game against the Jets turned into a rather interesting one. Here's a look at just about everything that took place.
The Jets played with intensity and forced the Patriots to earn a win with a come-from-behind victory.
Boomer Esiason joined Toucher & Rich to break down Sunday's Patriots win over the Jets, including Tom Brady's knee injury.
Pavel Zacha scored his 25th goal in the opening period and added a game-sealing score late in the game, leading the Boston Bruins past Minnesota 6-3 on Saturday to spoil the Wild's chance to clinch a playoff spot.
Dane Myers' single to left in the 11th inning scored designated runner TJ Friedl from third as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Boston Red Sox 6-5 on Saturday.
A homeowner was tied up and assaulted during an armed home invasion in Beverly.
A 24-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with a deadly South Boston stabbing.
Around 180,000 people packed the Boston Common on Saturday for the "No Kings" rally, protesting the Trump administration, according to organizers.
Around 180,000 people packed the Boston Common on Saturday for the "No Kings" rally, protesting the Trump administration, according to organizers.
A tour bus carrying dozens of middle school students from Lexington caught fire on I-93 in Woodstock, New Hampshire.
A homeowner was tied up and assaulted during an armed home invasion in Beverly.
Organizers say more than 3,100 events were registered in the U.S., with more than 9 million people expected to participate.
A 24-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with a deadly South Boston stabbing.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Two Massachusetts residents have been diagnosed with measles, the Department of Public Health confirmed Friday.
There's a new drug that can help early morning shift workers stay awake and alert, a study out of Boston found.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
The I-Team has learned the Massachusetts Dept. of Health wants to take away pepper spray and non-lethal restraints from Tewksbury State Hospital safety officers.
Frankie Rodenbaugh died just days after his babysitter allegedly left him in a car, strapped in his seat for hours with no food or water.
A woman went to visit her mother's grave at St. Joseph Cemetery in West Roxbury and was surprised to see the headstone was moved.
In the last four years there were 168 threats made against trial court judges in Massachusetts, according to state records.
A former staff member at a Massachusetts residential program for children living with autism is accused of breaking a teenage student's arm.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar, a well-known Irish pub in Worcester, Massachusetts for decades, is closing for good right before St. Patrick's Day.
Gillette is making a $1 billion investment in a new Boston headquarters.
The restaurants at View Boston are closing this spring.
Uno Pizzeria and Not Your Average Joe's are closing more restaurants in Massachusetts.
Kowloon is expected to draw big crowds to Revere, Massachusetts when it opens a new tiki bar.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Pavel Zacha scored his 25th goal in the opening period and added a game-sealing score late in the game, leading the Boston Bruins past Minnesota 6-3 on Saturday to spoil the Wild's chance to clinch a playoff spot.
Dane Myers' single to left in the 11th inning scored designated runner TJ Friedl from third as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Boston Red Sox 6-5 on Saturday.
Aïssata Traoré scored the first goal in Boston Legacy FC history on Saturday before the team fell 2-1 to the Utah Royals in front of over 10,000 fans at Gillette Stadium.
Aerin Frankel made 18 saves for her third straight shutout and seventh of the season as the Boston Fleet topped the Toronto Sceptres 4-0 on Friday night.
Payton Pritchard scored 36 points, Jayson Tatum had 26 points and 12 rebounds, and the Boston Celtics beat the Atlanta Hawks 109-102 on Friday night.
A small restaurant and convenience store on Nantucket, Massachusetts keeps selling big lottery winners.
Ziggy the dog showed his appreciation for the New Hampshire firefighter who saved his life after a freak accident.
Researchers spotted the season's first North Atlantic right whale mothers and calves in Cape Cod Bay.
Blue whales, the largest animals on Earth, have been spotted not far off the coast of Massachusetts.
The MSPCA-Angell is looking to find homes for 163 rats that were surrendered in Massachusetts.