The New England Patriots held a joint practice on Tuesday with the Indianapolis Colts, preparing for a preseason game on Thursday. Notably not in attendance was Christian Gonzalez. New England Patriots Cautioned About Christian Gonzalez’s AbsenceThere are a few obvious reasons why Christian Gonzalez wouldn’t be at practice. “One is that Gonzalez is injured and couldn’t practice,” Volin wrote. The Patriots and Gonzalez Hope to Have a Deal SoonThe talks to get Christian Gonzalez a contract extension with the Patriots have been going on all offseason.