14 Facts About Chris Gronkowski

Christopher Michael Gronkowski was born on December 26,1986 and is an American former professional football fullback.

Chris Gronkowski's great-grandfather, Ignatius, was a member of the 1924 US Olympic cycling team in Paris.

Chris Gronkowski accepted a football scholarship from the University of Maryland, with the intention of being played at fullback.

Chris Gronkowski served primarily as a backfield blocking specialist from the H-back position.

Chris Gronkowski did not attend the NFL Scouting Combine, though his brother Rob did.

Chris Gronkowski declared for the 2010 NFL draft and was projected as high as the 4th round, but went undrafted.

Chris Gronkowski was active for 14 of the 16 games and started 7 times as a rookie.

Chris Gronkowski was inconsistent as a lead blocker, while posting 5 carries for 17 yards, 7 receptions for 35 yards and one touchdown.

On September 4,2011, Chris Gronkowski was claimed off waivers by the Indianapolis Colts.

On May 23,2012, Chris Gronkowski was traded to the Denver Broncos in exchange for cornerback Cassius Vaughn.

Chris Gronkowski appeared in 14 games as a backup, making one reception for 11 yards and had no rushing attempts.

Chris Gronkowski pitched the business, with the help of his brothers, on an episode of Shark Tank.

In 2018, Chris Gronkowski stated that his company had over $3 million in sales that he attributes to the product being featured on Shark Tank.

Chris Gronkowski is active in the family's fitness company Gronk Fitness, promoting fitness equipment sales and workout routines.