Former Patriot Gronkowski Says He Probably Suffered 20 Concussions in Career

Former Patriot Gronkowski Says He Probably Suffered 20 Concussions in Career

Rob Gronkowski says he probably suffered 20 concussions in his career. The former NFL star admitted the shocking news in a recent interview with Reena Ninan of CBS News.

"I had nine surgeries and probably had, like, 20 concussions in my life – no lie. I remember five blackout ones," said Rob Gronkowski.

The subject came up after Ninan asked Gronkowski if he would let his son play football.

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"I would let my son play football, but first I'd educate him on the game. (I would) educate him on what I went through, and I truly believe that any injury you receive is fixable," said Rob Gronkowski, via CBS News.

The former New England Patriots tight end retired this offseason.

Gronkowski spent his entire nine-year career with the Patriots, including three Super Bowl titles.

Many have speculated that Gronkowski may return to New England later this season. Gronkowski said that he's "in a good place right now" and "would have to be feeling it" to consider a return.