Rob Gronkowski is one of the most dominant tight ends in the NFL. His accomplishments are unique, and he definitely deserves a place in the record books. During Tuesday's Super Bowl Media Day, he showed that he has a more playful side by reading erotica and singing like Katy Perry. Over the years, he has attracted a lot of attention, and when looking back on his impressive career, it is easy to see why. Individually, he is a tyrant, and when he is paired with Aaron Hernandez, the two are virtually unstoppable.
Before his time as a professional, he played college ball for the University of Arizona. In his freshman year, Gronk's yards per reception average sat at an astonishing 18.8 yards and was the best on the team. That same year, he recorded 28 receptions for 525 yards and six touchdowns.
The following season was even more impressive, and in 2009, he was placed on the Lombardi Award watch list for most outstand player. Unfortunately, he missed his junior year due to a back injury.
The New England Patriots brought him to the big league during the 2010 NFL Draft. Since then, he has been a key member of the team's offense. According to Bleacher Report, the brute had a little fun during Super Bowl Media Day:
"When you mix Super Bowl media day with Rob Gronkowski, you get a good time. The New England Patriots tight end was asked a variety of things at media day Tuesday. Of course, being the fun-loving guy he is, Gronk went along with all of the silly questions. The highlight of...day was, without question, when Gronkowski read a line from the erotic novel A Gronking to Remember. At one point, he found himself singing some Katy Perry..."
Each season it seems like Gronk has better and better stats. In turn, he has gained a large fan base. According to ESPN, Rob and Aaron Hernandez are a huge part of the Pat's success:
"No team has ever used a pair of tight ends to this extent. Then again, no team has had two talents like Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez. It [has] resulted in consistent mismatches for opposing defenses, and a rewriting of the record book for tight ends. Gronkowski's historic accomplishments have been well documented. In [on of] the most prolific season ever by a tight end, he set records at the position for touchdown receptions (17) and receiving yards (1,327)."
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