With mandatory minicamp set to begin this week for the New England Patriots, expect to see a familiar face making his first appearance of the offseason. According to Rob Gronkowski himself, the veteran tight end will be there for the start of minicamp after missing the team’s voluntary activities the past couple weeks.
“We’ve got mandatory minicamp this week. So I’ll be there this week,” Gronkowski said on Sunday at a charity event. “I’ll be full go. I’m looking forward to it. Can’t wait to get back to work. I’m excited.”
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His absence, along with that of quarterback, Tom Brady, has been the top headline for much of New England’s offseason following the draft. His absence led to wild speculation that he was considering retirement or looking for a new contract. The latter seems more likely at this point as he is gearing up to hit the field this week.
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Gronkowski was taking part of the ‘Buzz for Kids’ event at Gillette Stadium when he spoke to reporters about his minicamp plans. In addition to his statement about being at minicamp this week, Gronk took to Instagram to reiterate his intentions. Something that should bring a smile to Patriots fans’ faces.
Entering his ninth season in the league, Gronkowski appeared in 14 regular season games and all three postseason games for the Patriots last year. During the regular season, the Arizona St. Alum caught 69 passes for 1,084 yards and eight touchdowns. In the Super Bowl loss to the Eagles, Gronk caught nine balls for 116 yards and two touchdowns.
– Ian Glendon is the Editor-In-Chief of Full Press Coverage. He covers the NFL. Like and follow on Follow @iglen31 Follow @FPC_Patriots and Facebook.
