Fan Fanatic Sports Staff
So I was at the Worcester Tornadoes' Can-Am League game Friday night, and find out a player on the team, Gordie Gronkowski, is the older brother of New England Patriots second-round draft pick Rob Gronkowski.
The story doesn't end there, however.
Rob, a tight end, was even in attendance last night watching his brother play.
I ran into the Patriots' rookie during the game, and chatted for a few minutes between innings. While it was basically small talk, Rob told me all I needed to know about him.
I asked him who he rooted for growing up, and apparently he was a Buffalo Bills fan.
Funny how things change, however. I kind of chuckled, knowing now he has to play his boyhood team twice a year in the AFC East, but Rob quickly joked something along the lines of how he dislikes them now.
We both kind of laughed, but what I really took out of that is how much passion he has for the game of football.
If you don't believe it, just watch this. That's all the proof you need.
This kid appears to be a perfect Patriot with talent, heart and desire. He's already being compared to Dallas' Jason Witten because he can catch passes, run away from defenders and also seal the edge as a blocker.
Anway, good luck to Rob Gronkowski. I hope he has a long, healthy and successful career in the NFL.
Never lose that passion to play this game! Welcome to Patriot Nation!!!
