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'Gronk' was in what's termed 'concussion protocol' nine times we know of for major concussions.  As medical research on other players has shown, he no doubt suffered dozens of 'minor concussions' over his injury-shortened career.

A Star Who Saw Stars

Rob Gronkowski, known as 'the Gronk'
A football star chiseled from rock, no 'policy wonk'
   At the top of his game, retired at age twenty-nine
   A star who saw stars ~ concussed at least nine times
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Laurie Avatar
September 28, 2019 at 8:46 PM
Hello Gershon … this concussion issue is also big in Australian Rules Football, but they don't have padding either. It also a high contact sport. Later in life will become an issue for the 'Gronk'. - thanks Gershon - Lindsay
Wolf Avatar
October 1, 2019 at 9:16 PM
You're so right about the 'Gronk.' He's almost sure to have issues later in life, due to all those concussions. Thanks, Lindsay. ~ Gershon
Green Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 12:41 PM
So many deal with this throughout their short careers. Gronk was one of the greatest tight ends and he will eventually pay the price I am sad to say. What is the price of fame and fortune? I think I rather be the kicker. Nicely done my friend. Oh, not a Pats fan, at least my Eagles beat them in the Super Bowl. : )
Wolf Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 12:51 PM
I imagine 'Gronk' will, indeed, pay the price for being 'Sunday's hero.' Thanks, Chris. ~ gw
Horne Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 11:26 AM
LOL, don't know this chap but had a good chuckle
Wolf Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 12:36 PM
Thanks, Jack. He was a hard-hitting tight end, one of the all-time greats. Just retired at 29. ~ gw
Chiri Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 5:24 AM
This read a bit humorous then it didn't!;( poor guy but he is retiring a millionaire so....! Great write Gershon!;)
Chiri Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 4:23 PM
Doesn't he have a degree in architecture too?;)
Wolf Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 10:37 AM
You've helped me see this one with a reader's eyes, as I hadn't intended any humor at all... Now that I've read it again, I see how it works... I don't know if you know of 'Gronk,' but the guy was only 29 when he retired, at the peak of his productive years --- but a broken-down football player. He had lots of other issues besides concussions too. Smart guy, though. He's already shed about 30 pounds and looks great now... (Tackle) football may not be around in a couple of generations. Youth participation is down over 25% nationwide. Thanks for the feedback again, Brenda. :) gw
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