
Robert Gronkowski (born May 14, 1989), nicknamed "Gronk", is a tight end for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). Raised in Williamsville, New York, he played college football at Arizona, winning several awards such as being named The Sporting News freshman All-American, Rivals.com freshman All-American, The Sporting News freshman Pac-10, and being placed on the watchlist for the Lombardi Award.
He was drafted by the Patriots with the 42nd pick in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft. In 2011, Gronkowski set the single-season record for touchdowns by a tight end with 17 receiving touchdowns, as well as the single-season record for receiving yards by a tight end, with 1,327. That season, he became the first tight end in NFL history to lead the league in receiving touchdowns. In his first three seasons, he had 38 receiving touchdowns in 43 games; with no other tight end during that span having more than 25.
Super Bowl Champion (XLIX)
Rob Gronkowski
c/o New England Patriots
One Patriot Place
Foxborough, MA 02035
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3rd grade school project
My name is Jacob Liss and I am doing my school project on you. I hope you can answer some of my questions:
1. What is your favorite color?
2. How many of your siblings made it to the NFL?
3. What was your favorite play that you were in and who were you playing against?
4. Do you have any pets?
5. What is your favorite food?
6. If you were to play in Super Bowl 50, which team would you like to play against?
Thank you for your time. My Book report is due 3/18/16.
Jacob Liss
ACL Injury
Dear Mr. Gronk.
I am a 8th grade student whose researching ACL injuries as part of an Exit Project necessary to complete my 8th grade year. I was wonder what it was like to tear your ACL and the recovery process. Please respond to my email listed previously. Good luck next season i'm rootin for you!
-Maximus Pavlosky
Enjoy watching
I live in Tampa and Bucs are my home team. But I love you guys too. Always enjoy watching you play your heart out. Would love to see you at home if you would permit? I'm a good looking dude and would not be an eye or mind sore. I have been following football since I could walk. You guys are awesome.
Your friend mike
jersey
Would love to get my Rob Gronk's jersey signed but so not know where to send it of go to get it done can you help
thank you
Getting a jersey signed
I highly recommend that you only try to get your jersey signed when you have a chance to see him do it yourself. If you were to mail the jersey off to him, there is the risk of it being lost my the postal service, lost at the Patriots' campus, and lost on the journey back to you. If you decide to mail it, be mentally prepared for never seeing it again.
If you are willing to do that or you would just like to request he autograph a picture or something else, use the address near the top of this webpage for the best way to reach Gronk.
Rob Gronkowski
c/o New England Patriots
One Patriot Place
Foxborough, MA 02035
You can also use our FanMail Delivery service and pay us to send him an autograph request along with a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the autograph to get to you.
Good luck!
Hi, my name is Mercedes. I am
Hi, my name is Mercedes. I am currently stationed at Fort Wainwright with my lovely husband Greg, He's been up here for about 4 years while I've been here for 1. His birthday is coming up soon and I want to fly out to Boston with him to see your game on Nov 13. He is honestly one of your biggest fans. I am only a PFC so I really don't make that much and I can barely afford to do that. I would usually never even ask this but it would mean the world to him if we could have your tickets. Thank you so much for your time.
-Mercedes
Song written for Gronk by 3rd Grader (music project)
Hi Gronk,
I am 9 year old. I had to change the words for "you are
My sunshine" and write a
Song for my music class.
Here is my new song- it's about you.
You are
My favorite player
My only favorite player
You make me happy
When you catch a pass
You'll never know Gronk
How I cheer for you
Patriots, please don't take my favorite player away.
Injury
I was saddened to hear your injury is worse than first thought. Sending positive healing energy your way. I have been a lifelong seahawks fan and I always like to see us play the best. Wishing you a speedy recovery. It is always a joy to watch you play. Peace Drew
My son looks just like you!
My husband loves the patriots so much his offspring look just like them...can't upload my sons picture but I would really like for you to see! Who knows he could be yours! ;)
Paint
I am painting my room Patriots colors because of you and when it's done I'm going to put you on my wall. My parents said you could visit Alaska inning time you want. I am going to frame your jersey on my wall.
Hi gronk! you are my favorite
Hi gronk! you are my favorite player and also i have a project in mi school about you! and i want to ask you about your life if you can sent mi a message tomorrow will be very good thanks your number one fan: Pedro Antonio Quevedo Bautista
Passing of my cousin
Mr. Gronkowski
Yesterday afternoon my cousin Zachary Sealey who is in 7th Grade was walking to his class and collapsed out of no where. The teachers and medics tried to bring him conscious. Later that afternoon he was declared dead. I'm writing to you because in a Florida today article about Zachary his coach mentioned that he choose the number 87 to pay homage to you as a Patriots fan. Our entire family are from Mass and you happened to be his favorite player. As a result of this Brevard country schools in Satellite Beach, FL are going to wear your number 87 as a tribute to Zachary. I just thought it would be nice for you to know the impact you have on our youth. Thank you for your time and for listening.
Michael Summers
Brandon, FL
First game
I finally get to go to a Pats game and will be wearing my gronk jersey really hoping to get it signed. I got tickets to the game for my birthday. I am a huge pats fan down here in Louisiana!! Let's goooooo!!!
School project
Hi Gronk, we are three students from South Dakota doing a report on kneeling for the national anthem. If we win, we have a chance to go to Washington D.C. Your input would make our research progress awesome. So, what is your perspective on kneeling for the national anthem? please email us.
Not right
Rob,
I am a Bills fan from Western NY who lives in CA due to military/job. While a Bills fan, my kids and I always WERE Gronk fans because of your shows, work ethic, and our WNY background like you. What you did on Sunday ruined that and very disappointing to me and to us. What a cheap shot and really sheds a light on your character as a competitor and person. This probably means nothing to you but I really hope you can man up and give a real apology and not just blame the refs as kids look up to you. Go Bills.
dream
Hey,my name is Samuel Michael Smith, I'am a big fan and I want you for Christmas wish too contact me and to talk to me and maybe try to see me and give me lessons in football i live in Bryan, Ohio right next to the beautiful great lakes and Cleveland OH so I don't live that far away and I'm stocky and short and I want to know how to use my potential to be a amazing athlete and also a amazing football player and it would help me accomplish my dream to be a amazing just like YOU contact my dads email and sent something and then put under it show to Samuel Michael Smith and explain how you know me to my dad because he is very protective about random people I mean celebrity emailing at a random time i hope you get this this would mean more than anyone would imagine sincerely your biggest fan Samuel.
So very sorry
Dear Gronk,
Many of us in Maine are loyal fans of yours and of the Patriots. Friends and I were devastated to hear that your house was broken into while you were in Minnesota preparing for and playing in the Super Bowl, and cannot imagine what it was like for you to return home to find the remnants of an intrusion there. I am certain you are unsettled and feel incredibly violated. We are so very sorry for your loss, and for the heartbreak for you of the Super Bowl you actually didn't lose (the Foles TD, the first TD with foot out of bounds, the "runner" TD-none legitimate). We hope you recover on both counts, and know that your fans are thinking of you and hoping for your safety and return to the field next year. With every good wish-Celeste
I knew you when
Hey Rob. I see you on the football field and commercials and on shark tank and other places. Several years ago me and my ex husband took you to a Pittsburgh Steelers football game. My ex did that for his clients. It was a cold day for the game. I think you had a girlfriend with you. You have gone a long way and you and your family are making it too. I just wanted to say hello. You are about the age of my own children. Good luck. I know you will continue to go far. Always remember where you CD ame from. All the best to you and your family.
Out of game
He should be out of the game after throwing the full weight of his body on a helpless player.
Don’t retire
Rob,
I know you had a rough year. Why did you have a rough year? Cuz you are awesome!!! All the teams game plan against you. You still have it. It’s just more difficult. So don’t give up. Just keep finding ways to keep producing. That’s what separates the good players from the great players. And for the love of Pete, don’t listen to the dumb ass media!!! They are morons
Love you Gronkowski!!! And love what you bring to the table.
Will Miss You
Rob, I will miss watching you play. You're the guy that totally sacrificed on the field to win!
I've got a deal lined up for you that will change the world, but no doubt you have all kinds of opportunities right in front of you.
Thank you
Thank you, for being you. You are not aware of this, but you saved my son.
He is a big kid, only ten years old, and was locked in a depressive downward spiral. He did not believe in himself and was convinced as a big kid he could not fit in. HOWEVER, I told him about a big guy who dominated football, and convinced him to watch one of your games last season. He ended up looking forward to every game of yours and even started playing football last year. His personality and self-esteem has changed drastically for the positive.
Thank you. I know you and your teammates probably will not see this, but I am a father who is very thankful for a person like you in football who I can point out to my child as a role-model to emulate.
It was hard to write this, but I felt I should try to let you know somehow.
I'm a huge fan of your and
I'm a huge fan of your and when I was told you retired I was devastated. But then when I heard you were coming back I was jumping for joy I'm so glad! GO PATS! and good luck this season!