New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) avoids Cleveland Browns free safety Jordan Poyer (33) on a pass reception in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

Position: Tight end 

Year drafted: 2010

Drafted: Second round (42nd overall) by New England Patriots 

Where he is now: New England. Gronkowski played in eight games last season and grabbed 25 catches on 38 targets for 540 yards and three touchdowns. 

Career stats: In his first seven seasons with the Patriots, Gronkowski has emerged as one of the NFL's all-time great tight ends. He has 405 receptions for 6,095 yards and 68 touchdowns so far in his career. He has also won two Super Bowls.   


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