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FIRST 1,000-YARD RECEIVING SEASON Rob Gronkowski improved upon his stats from his first NFL season by following up with a record-setting 1,327 receiving yards in year two. He became the first tight end in NFL history to lead all pass receivers (wide receivers, tight ends and running backs) in yards for a season.

In his second professional season, Rob Gronkowski finished the year with 1,327 receiving yards to lead all tight ends in the NFL. Here is Gronkowski on a 17-yard touchdown play as part of his 8-reception, 108-yard performance in a 49–21 victory over the Buffalo Bills on January 1, 2012.

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Chapter 1: Greatest Moments