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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Gronk is a national treasure': How Rob Gronkowski turned a near scooter crash into the week's funniest viral moment
Rob Gronkowski is back in the spotlight, but this time it wasn't on the football field, it was on the streets of Miami. The former NFL tight end went viral after a hilarious scooter encounter with overenthusiastic fans nearly turned into a traffic mishap. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The moment, captured on video and widely shared on TikTok and Instagram, has fans buzzing once again about Gronk's larger-than-life personality. From fan cheers to a cheeky comeback, only Rob Gronkowski can pull this off Rob Gronkowski was cruising solo through the Miami streets, enjoying the sunshine and laid-back vibe. That peace was short-lived when a group of fans in a passing car recognized him and couldn't contain their excitement. The lighthearted encounter suddenly became tense as the car swerved a little too close. One particularly enthusiastic fan, filming from the passenger seat, shouted, "Go Pats, baby!" a nostalgic nod to Gronkowski's legendary days with the New England Patriots. Never one to shy away from fan interactions, Gronk responded with a big smile and a friendly, 'Hello!' The moment seemed innocent and playful until the vehicle unexpectedly slowed and veered into his path, nearly cutting off his turn. Remaining in character, Gronkowski didn't lose his cool. Instead, he fired back with a cheeky grin and a memorable quip, 'Yeah, watch where you're going, asshole!' From TikTok to Instagram, fans celebrate Rob Gronkowski's signature quick wit On TikTok, ESPN shared the now-viral clip with the caption, "Gronk was just vibing on his scooter," capturing the carefree and comedic vibe of the moment. The video quickly gained traction, racking up over 4,000 likes as fans flooded the comments with reactions to Gronkowski's classic, cool-headed response. Among the top comments were praises like, "Gronk is a national treasure," and "Only Gronk can make a near accident hilarious," reflecting how deeply fans appreciated his signature mix of humor and calm under pressure. Over on Instagram, Marca America also picked up the clip, posting it with the bold caption, "GRONK CONFRONTS FANS AFTER NEAR COLLISION! " The comment section lit up with admiration for the way Gronk handled the awkward moment. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans applauded his quick wit and natural charisma, making it clear that even a near run-in can turn into pure entertainment when Gronk is involved. Also read: From touchdowns to TikTok, Rob Gronkowski proves yet again that retirement hasn't dimmed his spotlight, it's only widened it. Whether he's spiking footballs or side-eyeing traffic, Gronk continues to entertain with every unexpected moment.
USA Today
a day ago
- Business
- USA Today
Betting companies expect customers to pay cost of Illinois' new tax
Betting companies expect customers to pay cost of Illinois' new tax Welcome to Prince's Picks, a collection of betting news, analysis and opinions from BetFTW senior writer Prince J. Grimes. Online sports betting just became more costly in Illinois -- though it remains to be seen for whom. On Saturday, state lawmakers approved a $55 billion fiscal year budget that includes a new tax for every wager made in the state. The first 20 million bets will come with a 25-cent fee per bet. Every bet after that will have a 50-cent fee. In theory, sportsbooks would just eat all or most of the cost -- with FanDuel and DraftKings shelling out the most money as the only operators taking over 20 million bets -- and bettors wouldn't notice it even exists. Unfortunately, that doesn't seem to be the plan of these operators. The Sports Betting Alliance -- a coalition whose membership includes the two betting behemoths -- released a statement Monday calling the tax "discriminatory" and saying customers will bear the cost. The SBA even started an online petition Saturday, prefilled for signees to tell lawmakers "I work hard for my money, and it feels like lawmakers are just trying to make my life, and the things I enjoy, more expensive." With limited time to oppose the late proposal, several betting influencers and spokespeople (and The Ringer?) shared the petition with some variation of the same message. Rob Gronkowski, who works for FanDuel, went so far as to say Illinois was "trying to take away gambling." Dramatic, much? Betting isn't going anywhere. It just became a bit more pricey, though these online operators are certainly good for it. But with their stocks taking a hit Monday, the question turns to whether customers will feel the burn too. Would operators add an actual 25-cent fee to bet slips? Would they build it into odds? Would they offer fewer promotions, like what FanDuel announced in response to last year's tax hike in Illinois? The ways in which they could pass this fee to bettors are limitless -- even if unnecessary and completely optional. DraftKings even tried hitting bettors with a surcharge in high-tax states last year before reversing course. Ideally, operators wouldn't do any of the above. But having bettors pay these fees is clearly on the table based on the SBA's statement, which can be translated as "we're not taking a loss." If not them, then who? Weekend recap: Vanderbilt and Texas sent packing I'm so glad I delayed my picks for the College World Series because regional play delivered some massive upsets over the weekend. On Sunday, No. 1 overall seed Vanderbilt was eliminated by Wright State and No. 2 Texas was bounced by UTSA. At +650, Vandy had the third-best odds to win the CWS. Texas was the fifth overall favorite at +1000, and with the third-highest handle percentage at BetMGM, the Longhorns were the book's second-biggest liability to win it all. This was a great result for the house, and it might not be the end. LSU (+400), UNC (+700) and Tennessee (+1200) are all looking to avoid the same fate in elimination games Monday. Where there's value for Thunder bettors I warned a week ago that the time to bet on the Oklahoma City Thunder had probably long passed, because the team's odds to win were so short that it wasn't worth it for the average bettor. That's certainly proved to be the case in the NBA Finals, where the Thunder's -700 odds at BetMGM make them one of the biggest finals favorites in NBA history. That dominance trickles down to other markets like MVP, where Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a massive -625 favorite. He's an even bigger -5000 favorite to lead the series in scoring. Unless you're an Indiana Pacers believer -- or have a good feeling about the length of the series -- there isn't much betting value in this finals. UNDERDOGS: Pacers have longest NBA Finals odds in 7 years However, I did find one area where Thunder fans can potentially make some money, and that's the "most rebounds" market where Chet Holmgren is a modest -125 favorite -- a decent bet for OKC's leading rebounder through the playoffs. However, the odds that caught my attention were the +550 on Isaiah Hartenstein that seem too good to be true. That's where I would be throwing my coins. Though Holmgren has nine more rebounds than any other Thunder player this postseason, the team has had a different leading rebounder in each series -- Hartenstein in the first round, Holmgren in the second round, Jalen Williams (+700) in the conference finals. So, Holmgren isn't exactly a lock. Also, it was Hartenstein, not Holmgren who led the team in rebounding in the regular season at 10.7 boards per game. Now, yes, I know, it's completely on the table for Indiana to run Hartenstein off the floor with their fast style of play. But given the way the Pacers struggled to keep Mitchell Robinson off the boards -- and considering OKC is such a huge favorite -- I'm willing to roll the dice on +550 odds that Hartenstein will play enough to be a factor. He had a game-high 13 boards in 34 minutes when the Thunder played Indiana on Dec. 26.
USA Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Rob Gronkowski's pickleball fundraiser raises thousands for The Jimmy Fund
Rob Gronkowski's pickleball fundraiser raises thousands for The Jimmy Fund Show Caption Hide Caption Former Patriot 'Gronk' played pickleball for a purpose at Bosse, Natick Former Patriot football player Rob Gronkowski played against seven teams at Bosse, Natick to benefit the Jimmy Fund and Gronk Nation Foundation May 28th. Rob Gronkowski and three former Patriots teammates played pickleball to benefit The Jimmy Fund and Gronk Nation Youth Foundation. The "Pickleball for a Purpose" event included a silent auction and meet-and-greet opportunities with Gronkowski. Funds raised will support cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and build a playground in Boston. Former New England Patriots tight end Rob 'Gronk' Gronkowski seemed to prove he's nearly as good on the pickleball court as he was on the football field during his visit on May 28 to the new Bosse complex at the Natick Mall in Massachusetts. Gronkowski and three former Patriots teammates played against seven two-person teams who represented the top fundraisers for the event, called 'Pickleball for a Purpose' and benefiting The Jimmy Fund and Gronk Nation Foundation. Gronkowski, 36, was joined on the court by former Pats wide receiver Julian Edelman; former linebacker Rob Ninkovich; and former safety Patrick Chung, as well as his brother, Gordie Gronkowski Jr., who played three seasons of minor league baseball. GoFundMe turns 15: CEO Tim Cadogan speaks on $40 billion raised, platform's future Even in retirement, Gronk plays for the crowd "Gronk," who won four Super Bowls — three with the Patriots and a fourth with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — was his usual entertaining self, bringing many smiles and lots of laughs to the crowd of spectators. Players on each of the top fundraising teams, along with their friends and family, were able to get photos taken with Gronkowski at the end of each match. Who benefited from 'Pickleball for a Purpose'? Besides the seven matches, a silent auction took place also benefiting The Jimmy Fund and Gronk Nation Youth Foundation, a charity founded by Gronkowski that is dedicated to inspiring youth to reach their maximum potential through sports, education, community and fitness. The Jimmy Fund supports adult and pediatric cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Half of the funds raised by 'Pickleball for a Purpose' will be used to build a playground in Boston. What is the Bosse pickleball complex? Bosse is a 21-court pickleball complex in Massachusetts that opened last November at the Natick Mall. It's the brainchild of CEO and founder DJ Bosse, also its namesake, and Chief Operating Officer Chris Coombs, who's known for his French restaurant Deuxave in Boston. Besides the pickleball courts, the 97,000-square-foot space also includes dining space, private rooms and a fitness center, spread across two floors. Other amenities include electronic darts, a golf simulator and a sports theater.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rob Gronkowski is set to star in a coming-of-age film called Bad News on the Doorstep
(Image via Getty: Rob Gronkowski) New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski has been on the silver screen for the longest time now! This time, the FOX Sports Analyst will star in a film that involves his favorite game! The football. According to Raymond Baccari of Bad News on the Doorstep is a coming-of-age film focusing on two Italian-American high school football players, Frank and Gino, in 1950s New Jersey, who dabble into the world of organized crime. On May 31, Mike D'Abate of Sports Illustrated shared that the film, which recently finished filming in Rhode Island, will co-star Academy Award-nominated actor Chazz Palminteri , who is best known to audiences for his work in films such as A Bronx Take, The Usual Suspects, and Bullets Over Broadway. Movie filmed in RI features Rob Gronkowski, Chazz Palminteri Football meets Crime for Rob Gronkowski's next film: Bad News on the Doorstep Raymond Baccari further shared that the film is directed by Tom DeNucci and produced by Chad A. Verdi, Sera Verdi, Michelle Verdi, Paul Luba, and Chad Verdi Jr., all of whom are Rhode Islanders. Real-life father Dante Palminteri and son Chazz Palminteri, real-life father Robert Davi, and son Nick Davi feature in the film Bad News on the Doorstep. The fathers play two mafia kingpins. The film also features the daughter of Sylvester Stallone, 26-year-old Sistine Stallone. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Producer Paul Luba told 12 News that the film was wrapped last week before shooting in Providence, Cranston, Warwick, and East Greenwich. The production employed more than 100 people, many of whom are from Rhode Island itself. Even though the shooting's over, the film is set to release in the third or fourth quarter of 2026. Bad News on the Doorstep is a story of crime, family, loyalty, heartbreak, and football On May 30, Deadline reported that Bad News on the Doorstep portrays how the two Italian-American high-school football prodigies, Frank and Gino, confront a myriad of trials, deal with the complexities of post-football existence, and get allured into the underworld of organized crime. Verdi Production President Chad A. Verdi shared with the Deadline, 'The entire cast of this film is a powerhouse of talent and showcase a remarkable range. From veteran actors to former athletes to famous musicians - and hidden gems like Sistine(Stallone), an incredibly gifted up-and-coming actress with a remarkable presence every time she is on screen. We are eager to transport viewers back to the 1950s to experience this exceptional story of crime, family, loyalty, heartbreak, and football. ' Looks like here's one film that will truly touch 36-year-old NFL star Rob Gronkowski's heart! Also Read: 'Purple hair ready to play': JuJu Smith-Schuster's new hairdo invites criticism to compliment | NFL News - Times of India
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Rob Gronkowski NFL earnings: How much did the legendary tight end make?
Rob Gronkowski is the first name anyone watching the NFL would take if asked to name the most dominant tight end. While Travis Kelce might come close, there was no one better at the position when Gronk was in his prime. Rob Gronkowski won four Super Bowl titles during his 11-year career and was instrumental in all of them. Due to his dominant career, he earned a lot of money while playing in the NFL. Rob Gronkowski's NFL earnings are still a matter of great curiosity among the fans, even three years after the former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers star retired. It is more so because of his self-confessed spending habits. So, how much did the legendary tight end earn in the league? According to multiple reports, Rob Gronkowski's NFL earnings totalled $70.63 million in his 11-year career in the league. While many players have started making close to that amount in a year now, most of them are quarterbacks. The tight end position isn't as glamorous as a signal caller, but Gronkowski made it look so cool and pivotal. Starting in 2010, Gronkowski received a signing bonus of $1.76 million and a base bonus of $320,000. He also earned a $30,000 workout bonus and $800,000 in incentives in 2011. The amount kept on rising as his career progressed, with his final year with the New England Patriots earning him a total of $8.86 million in 2018. Gronkowski came back out of retirement in 2020 to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who paid him $17.25 million in his two years there. The total amount in 11 seasons comes out at $70.63 million, according to Sportstrac. Fans were left in shock when Rob Gronkowski revealed that he never even touched his earnings from the NFL till he retired from the game. Instead, the legendary player lives off whatever he made as part of endorsement deals. But it shouldn't be a s
