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 |
Former Browns, Ravens owner Modell passes away
Art Modell, whose 43-year NFL career made him a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, died Thursday at the age of 87.
NFLPA asks for restraining order in bounty case
A temporary restraining order to allow players suspended in connection with "bountygate" to rejoin their teams and play in Week One has been requested.
Browns CB Haden has appealed suspension
Browns CB Joe Haden has appealed a potential four-game suspension, club president Mike Holmgren told 92.3 FM in Cleveland on Tuesday.
Browns rookie RB Richardson may play in opener
Sidelined and hidden from public view for nearly a month, Browns rookie RB Trent Richardson might play in Cleveland's season opener.
Eagles acquire S Sims in trade with Browns
The Eagles acquired first-year FS David Sims from the Browns in a trade Friday.
Browns cut QB Wallace, TE Moore
The Browns cut QB Seneca Wallace and TE Evan Moore, according to multiple reports.
Should the Browns worry about Richardson?
Steve DiMatteo says even if Trent Richardson comes back in time for Week One, there will be a tinge of worry as he gets his feet wet in the NFL.
Jets claim P Lanning off waivers
The Jets claimed P Spencer Lanning off waivers from the Browns, creating competition for second-year P T.J. Conley.
Browns' Fujita optimistic he'll play in opener
Suspended Browns LB Scott Fujita remains hopeful that he will be allowed to play in Week One.
Browns place NT Taylor on PUP list
The Browns placed NT Phil Taylor on the reserve/PUP list in the hopes that he can play in 2012.
Browns cut WR Mitchell
The Browns trimmed their roster to 80 players on Sunday and cut WR Carlton Mitchell.
Weeden's age working in his favor in Cleveland
If things finally turn around for the Browns, Brandon Weeden is the most qualified quarterback in years to help make that happen.
Browns CB Haden back for afternoon practice
Browns CB Joe Haden, ejected from practice by head coach Pat Shurmur on Wednesday morning, was reportedly back for a walk-through this afternoon.
Dolphins OG Steinbach to retire
Dolphins OG Eric Steinbach will announce his retirement Wednesday, head coach Joe Philbin said.
Browns' Hardesty top option with Richardson sidelined
Browns RB Montario Hardesty fought injuries his first two NFL seasons, but he has fared better this summer.
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.