BLOOMINGTON, Minn. - It appears Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski still hasn't cleared the NFL's concussion protocol, but he's getting closer. 

As the Patriots kicked off their practice at the Vikings' indoor facility on Wednesday, Gronkowski was a limited participant in their fully-padded practice. 

Defensive linemen Deatrich Wise (concussion) and Malcolm Brown (foot) were also limited. 

Tom Brady practiced with just black tape on his right throwing hand where stitches used to be, according to a pool report. Brady showed up to media night on Monday wearing black gloves. On Wednesday, Brady was a full participant, leading the Patriots in red zone and then situational 11-on-11 drills. 

The Patriots practiced on Wednesday morning at the Vikings' facility for about two hours, while the Eagles practiced this afternoon at the University of Minnesota. 

Tim Jernigan, who missed Wednesday morning's media session, is still sick, according to ESPN. Jernigan was sick last week as well. Jernigan wasn't the only player to have a cold last week. Kenjon Barner missed a day because of illness and head coach Doug Pederson was also a little under the weather. 

The Eagles' practice on Wednesday was their first of the week. Many players were looking forward to getting back on the field. They'll resume practice at the University of Minnesota on Thursday and Friday.