[84] In Week 8, against the St. Louis Rams, he had eight receptions for 146 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 45–7 victory. "[332] On April 6, 2019, he was honored with the Wish Hero Award by the Make-A-Wish Foundation for his work on granting 14 wishes of children with life-threatening sicknesses during his professional football career. [331], On March 26, 2019, he accepted the Merit Award from United Service Organizations which recognizes "individuals of outstanding creative talent who are dedicated to serving others through volunteerism. [88] Gronkowski returned to practice in Week 15, and participated in the Week 17 game against the Miami Dolphins, scoring a touchdown. [153] The next day, December 5, the NFL denied Gronkowski's appeal of the one-game suspension. In Week 16 against the Detroit Lions, Gronkowski recorded two catches for 58 yards that both resulted in touchdowns during the 47–7 win. [310][311], Gronkowski joined Fox Sports as an analyst for its NFL programming during his year-long retirement in 2019,[312] making his on-air debut during Fox NFL Thursday. Why the Patriots star's decision wasn't easy", "Tom Brady sees all! [149] This was his 16th multiple touchdown game, which broke the franchise record previously held by Randy Moss. Will the college game ever produce another complete TE like the GRONK? Ward. [57] Over the next four games, he totaled 19 receptions for 214 receiving yards in a 3–1 stretch for the Patriots. Jeff McNeil With Brutal Defensive Day In Field, Miro Heiskanen Extends Point Streak With Two Assist, Spencer Torkelson Hitless Through Seven Spring At-Bats, Francisco Lindor Extension Talks To Heat Up, Casey Mize Throws Two More Scoreless Frames, Eeli Tolvanen Picks Up Further Momentum With Two Points, Joel Farabee Scores Lone Flyers Goal In Sunday's Loss, T.J. 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[334][335], Since 2015,[336] Gronkowski has been in a relationship with model Camille Kostek. ", "What makes Rob Gronkowski the NFL's best offensive player | PFF News & Analysis | Pro Football Focus", "Rob Gronkowski worthy of first-ballot entry to Pro Football Hall of Fame", "Rob Gronkowski played the goofball but few can doubt his greatness", "Brian Baldinger: "Gronk Defined What A True Tight End Is" Ben And Woods - Interviews podcast", "Patriots Rob Gronkowski has been the most dominant TE in the NFL for a decade there isn't a close #2. Spouse(s) Louise Watts (m. 2014) Children: 2: Website: robbeckettcomedy.com: Robert Joseph Anthony Beckett (born 2 January 1986) is an English stand-up comedian and presenter. [289], Gronkowski has been featured on the covers of GQ,[290] ESPN The Magazine,[291] ESPN The Body Issue,[292] Sports Illustrated,[293][294] and Muscle & Fitness[295] among others. [183], The Patriots made the playoffs as the #2-seed in the AFC. [148] In Week 12, against the Miami Dolphins, Gronkowski caught five passes for 82 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns. Gina Torres on … [168][169] He would be cleared from the protocol just in time for Super Bowl LII against the Philadelphia Eagles. Initially declared a forward pass, the pass was later ruled a lateral pass,[62] which is recorded as a rushing attempt; as of the conclusion of the 2020 season, it was the only rushing attempt of Gronkowski's career, and his only rushing touchdown. Like and Subscribe to the RotoBaller channel on Youtube to get all our latest podcasts and catch us on iTunes and BlogTalkRadio as well! How does Washington Rob the Entire World? Brenda Song became a Disney Channel leading lady in 2002 when she appeared in the film "Get a Clue" alongside Lindsay Lohan. [72] He was ranked 21st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2012.[73]. [59] In Week 11, against the Kansas City Chiefs, Gronkowski caught two touchdown passes, including a career-long 52-yard catch and run, to equal his 2010 touchdown total in just ten games. [77] In Super Bowl XLVI, the Patriots decided to start Gronkowski, but he wasn't a large factor in the game. Notable for being a skilled receiver and talented blocker, Gronkowski has set several NFL records, including being the first player of his position to lead the league in receiving touchdowns (17 in 2011). [116] Gronkowski was a major factor in the Patriots' 28-24 Super Bowl XLIX win over the Seattle Seahawks, recording 6 catches for 68 yards and a touchdown late in the second quarter. Just eviscerated that guy. [240] Gronkowski is also widely thought of as the best tight end in the history of the game. [100] Gronkowski was ranked 41st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014. It also made Gronkowski the first player in NFL history with multiple three-touchdown-reception games against the Steelers. 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[98] Gronkowski tore his ACL and MCL, which prematurely ended his 2013 season. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that doctors were encouraged the infection had finally resolved. The Patriots lost the Super Bowl to the New York Giants, 21–17. ", "Man, Gronk, wow. [342][343], "So Rob Gronkowski, certainly an interesting player. Gronkowski caught three consecutive passes for 69 yards on the Patriots' game-winning drive, and then caught the ensuing two-point conversion to put the Patriots up by 3. Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM ET, and Saturdays from 8-10 AM ET. Initially ruled ineligible by the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League because of his transfer,[19] he recorded eight receptions for 152 yards and four touchdowns at Woodland Hills after the ruling of ineligibility was overturned. [63] It was the first rushing touchdown by a tight end since Bo Scaife did it in 2006,[62] and the first in Patriots history. Bubba (@bdentrek) is joined by Jenny Butler (@JennyButler830) & Rob Dipietro (@deadpullhitter). [170][171] He was ranked 15th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2018. 22, 12-Team Mixed League Tout Wars Draft Recap with Alex Fast - Benched with Bubba (Episode 348), The Turn: Fantasy Golf Podcast - Arnold Palmer Invitational PGA DFS Picks, Tap That: Episode #18: Absolutely Stacked, Second Base Rankings, Russell Wilson Trade Talk - The King and Pocket Aces Episode 4, Shortstop Preview: Fantasy Baseball 2021 ADP Analysis, Second Base Preview: Fantasy Baseball 2021 ADP Analysis, 2021 NFL Mock Draft for 7 Rounds - Version 11.0, Lineup Takeaways - Week 1 Spring Training Lineups, Top 10 Third Basemen - Dynasty Prospect Rankings, JB's Bullpen Method Redux - Building FrankenAces, LPL DFS Picks for 3/8: DraftKings & FanDuel League of Legends Daily Fantasy, Finding Over/Undervalued Shortstops Using Expected Draft Values. [198], Gronkowski caught two of the three touchdown passes thrown by Tom Brady in the Buccaneers' 31–9 victory over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV. NOW! "[247][263] During an on-air interview with ESPN Deportes after an AFC Championship win in 2012 he responded in Spanish answering, "¡Yo soy fiesta!" [178] However, in his next six games, Gronkowski had some limited production, totaling 22 receptions for 325 yards with no touchdowns. He required another operation, and missed the remainder of the playoffs. In the loss, a last-second victory by the Dolphins, Gronkowski unsuccessfully was the last line of defense on the game-winning play. During a game against the Cleveland Browns on December 8, 2013, Gronkowski suffered a right knee injury after a direct hit from safety T. J. [282] After the success of the cereals, PLB Sports released "Gronk's Hot Sauce" in 2015. [58] In Week 10, against the New York Jets, he had eight receptions for 113 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 37–16 victory. He was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team.[54]. Initial reports said that the injury appeared to be less serious than it originally looked. Spike. [132], Gronkowski missed the first two games of the 2016 season due to a hamstring injury and was limited in his next two games. [113] He was ranked 10th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2015. [131] He was ranked as the ninth best player on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2016. [136][137] He was officially placed on injured reserve on December 3, 2016, after having surgery the previous day. I am very satisfied with where I am in life right now. [52], Gronkowski was nominated three times for Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week, in Weeks 10, 14, and 17, winning twice and losing in Week 10 to Tim Tebow. Catch all of the day’s top stories and more from the team at WTAE Pittsburgh Action News 4. ", "Gronk is a one of a kind person, player and friend. [216][243] Gronkowski is considered one of the most unique personalities in sports, and has played with "an inimitable combination of acrobatic athleticism and reckless abandon"[244] all the while maintaining his boyish enthusiasm and humor. After scoring two touchdowns on receptions from Tom Brady, Gronkowski scored a third touchdown from two yards out. The best receiving TE in football can block like a lineman. The Patriots drafted Gronkowski in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft with the 42nd pick, after missing his junior year due to back surgery. [184] In the AFC Championship against the Kansas City Chiefs, he had six receptions for 79 receiving yards in the 37–31 overtime victory. [20] Gronkowski graduated from Woodland Hills in 2007 with a 3.75 GPA and 1560 out of 2400 SAT score. "Tom Brady reacts to Rob Gronkowski's retirement: 'Love u man!! [65] His performance also earned him his first AFC Offensive Player of the Week award,[66] and, for the second week in a row, NFL.com's "Hardest Working Man" award. Friday, Jan. 29. [320] In April 2020, he and his partner Camille Kostek starred in the music video of "I'll Wait" by Kygo. [141] Gronkowski was on injured reserve when the Patriots won Super Bowl LI on February 5, 2017. [36] The deal was worth $4.4 million, with a $1.76 million signing bonus. Gronkowski's biggest moment came when, with the score tied at 3 in the fourth quarter, he had a 29-yard catch from Tom Brady which took the Patriots to the two-yard line and set up the game's only touchdown, with Sony Michel scoring on a two-yard rush to put the Patriots ahead.[186]. [339][340] Together, they have a french bulldog named Ralphie. [121] Through the Patriots' first six games, all victories, Gronkowski recorded 34 receptions for 533 yards and six touchdowns. [195] [135] In Week 12 against the New York Jets, he suffered a back injury at the beginning of the second half, which needed surgery to repair a herniated disk, and was out for the season. Off it? [144], Gronkowski began the 2017 season healthy after missing much of the previous season on the injured reserve list. Football was bringing me down, and I didn't like it. [179] He scored his second touchdown of the season in the Week 12 victory over the New York Jets. Gronkowski finished the game with two receptions for 26 yards, which was his lowest output since early October. [191] The trade reunited him with his former Patriots quarterback Brady, who had signed with the Buccaneers a month prior. [35] He signed a four-year contract on July 25, 2010. 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[326][327] In addition, he annually shaves his head for One Mission Buzz Off for kids with cancer. [6] His four brothers – Gordie, Dan, Chris and Glenn – all played collegiate sports, and later played professionally. [106] In the 23–14 victory, he had eight receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown. [308][309] In July 2018, he joined Discovery Channel's Shark Week where he helped tag endangered tiger sharks in The Bahamas. 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He is one of the most positive people I have ever been around and he loves to have fun.