What happened: Tom Brady appeared in New England on Saturday to support former teammate Rob Gronkowski during Gronkowski's induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame. The former New England quarterback received a sustained ovation from attendees upon his arrival at the event.

Why it matters: The appearance reunited two central figures of the franchise's championship era, where the pair combined for three Super Bowl titles together in New England. Former quarterback Tom Brady has maintained ties around the organization while transitioning into his national broadcasting career.

What to watch: The Patriots return to regular-season action following their 24-19 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Nov. 1.