Patriots coach Mike Vrabel revealed on Wednesday that he expects star cornerback Christian Gonzalez to practice.

Gonzalez, 23, left the Patriots’ victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night following a pass breakup in the early fourth quarter. The Pro Bowler hit his head in the process and after staying on the field for an ensuing third down incompletion headed into the blue medical tent on the sidelines.

Patriots star Christian Gonzalez is dealing with a concussion, and the team bolstered its depth in case he can't go.

Defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga, who missed the Chargers game with a foot injury, was on the practice field, as well.

Gonzalez is in the concussion protocol after suffering a head injury on Sunday night. Will he be ready to face the Texans next weekend?

There is some positive news on the injury front as the Patriots begin their practice week for Sunday's divisional round matchup with the Texans.

Wednesday’s practice offered good news on the Patriots injury front. First and foremost, star cornerback Christian Gonzalez participated, albeit in a red non-contact jersey, during the media-access portion of practice,

Houston Texans WR Nico Collins exits early after a hard hit by the Steelers in the AFC Wild Card on Monday Night Football.