Rob Gronkowski is a freak athlete and the best tight end in the NFL but he may be thinking of adding to his list of talents.
“I always wanted [to be a punt returner],” Gronkowski said via NESN. “I think if I got some room and caught it on the move, I think I could do some damage. Just don’t let me catch it when there’s already 100 guys around. I need to be on my wheels already.”
Gronk may not have a lot of space when returning punts but as a kick returner he may be dangerous. Returning kicks allows Gronk to get the running start that he needs and once into the open field it’ll be hard to take him down with a one-on-one tackle.
The only worry would be Gronk’s history of injuries. If I was the Pats I’d chance it in a playoff game or two.