As most football fans know, Gronkowski has had a huge impact on the New England Patriots as he and Tom Brady have quite the impressive QB-TE chemistry.
Perhaps the most intriguing aspect about Gronk is his ability to come back even stronger from his list of injuries. All Patriots fans cringe a little bit when watching him play and come in contact with defensive opponents, because as strong and tall as he may be, Rob is definitely known now as injury (and infection) prone. In 2011 he injured his ankle right before Super Bowl XLVI in which the Patriots lost to the New York Giants, however, that didn't stop him from getting 5 receptions for 87 yards.
An infection in his forearm and back surgery prevented Gronk from 2013 training camp and he was out for the first six games of the season. When he finally was able to play, he infamously tore his ACL during the 15th week Cleveland Browns game that ended his season, a major heart breaker for Pats fans. Nonetheless, throughout the seven games he played, he went for 592 receiving yards and four touchdowns.
With a full recovery, Gronkowski played the much anticipated 2014 season completely unfazed. So far he's had 82 receptions for 1,124 yards and 12 touchdowns.
On the brink of Super Bowl XLIX, he now has the bright chance of going for the 2nd time in his career thus far.
Aside from his valiancy on the field, Rob has proven to be dedicated to giving back and being charitable, making New England's favorite tight end even more admirable. He and his brothers started their own charity, the Gronk Nation Youth Foundation, which supports and inspires youth to be positively involved in sports. He also made headlines in 2012 when he shaved his head for charity at the Kid's Cancer Buzz-Off to raise money for children with cancer.
So cheers to you Gronk, you're a real class act.
By: Gabriella Freitas
Sources: ESPN
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