Cleveland Browns
Dan Gronkowski - #87 - TE
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 5"/ 255 lbs. |
| Birthday | 01/21/1985 |
| Birthplace | Amherst, NY |
| College | Maryland |
| Years played | 3 |
| Drafted | 2009, 7th round, 46th pick by Lions |
Browns snap road losing streak in victory over Raiders
Brandon Weeden threw for a career-high 364 yards and a touchdown and the Browns snapped a 12-game road losing streak by beating the Raiders.
Browns employee kills self at practice facility
A member of the Cleveland Browns' grounds crew killed himself at their practice facility, a team spokesman said Sunday.
Browns could use more 'ugly' wins
Steve DiMatteo says critics of the Browns "ugly" win over the Steelers in Week 12 are off base — all that matters is that it counts as a victory.
Raiders-Browns game blacked out in Oakland
The Raiders’ game on Sunday against the Browns will be blacked out on local television.
Browns deny report regarding Gruden
Jon Gruden reportedly has an offer to coach the University of Tennessee and earn an ownership stake in the Cleveland Browns.
AFC North Spin cycle: It's the Ravens' race to lose
The Steelers are falling fast. The Bengals are surging. Both, however, are still well back in the Ravens' rear-view mirror.
Browns' defense surging down the stretch
One reason why Cleveland has been quite competitive recently: its defense has stepped up its play in a major way.
Browns force eight turnovers in win over Steelers
The Browns handed their hated rivals a potentially devastating loss, 20-14 over the stumbling Steelers on Sunday.
Browns have plenty to be thankful for this week
The Browns have plenty to be thankful for this week, due to the way in which their most recent loss played out, writes Steve DiMatteo.
Browns safety Ward upset over fine for hit
Browns S T.J. Ward is appealing the $25,000 fine he received for an illegal hit he delivered on Sunday against Cowboys WR Kevin Ogletree.
Report: Leftwich fractured two ribs, likely out for Week 12
Steelers QB Byron Leftwich fractured two ribs in Sunday night’s loss to the Ravens and is unlikely to start in Week 12, according to ESPN’s Chris Mortensen.
Rivera, Mularkey, Shurmur don't come through in clutch
Embattled head coaches have something in common: They all make late-game situational mistakes that cost their teams.
Browns blow lead, fall to Cowboys in OT
Dan Bailey kicked a 38-yard field goal in overtime and Dallas overcame a critical fumble by Tony Romo in the Cowboys' 23-20 victory against Cleveland.
AFC North Spin cycle: Ravens inching away from pack
The Ravens took a big step toward gaining control in the AFC North by winning at Pittsburgh on Sunday night.
Browns look to make major improvements after bye
The Browns and rookie RB Trent Richardson are looking to make a statement in their last seven games of the 2012 season.
PLAYER NEWS
Gronkowski was placed on injured reserve after injuring his left ankle in the Broncos' 10-6 loss at Kansas City on Sunday.|||||||
Gronkowski, picked up from Detroit this year, had eight catches for 65 yards.
The Broncos have acquired Gronkowski from the Detroit Lions for cornerback Alphonso Smith in a swap of second-year players.|||||||
Tight end surfaced as a priority for the Broncos this summer and became a critical need when Marquez Branson, who was released Saturday, suffered a knee injury in Denver's preseason finale. Neither Daniel Graham (ribs) nor Richard Quinn (leg) has been able to stay healthy, either.
The Broncos have acquired Gronkowski from the Lions.|||||||
Dnever was looking for another tight end after Marquez Branson was injured. He'll provide additional depth with Daniel Graham and Richard Quinn also injured.
