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Rob Gronkowski may no longer be capable of dominating defenders the way he was in his prime, but the star tight end has still had a huge impact on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season. His latest nickname is evidence of that.

(AP) — Byron Leftwich remembers traveling to Lambeau Field for the first time, walking into the legendary stadium and soaking up the atmosphere.“When you think of it, it’s the mecca of football. It’s like (Madison Square) Garden in basketball. I guess it’s like Wrigley Field in baseball. It’s a beautiful place to play the game of football,” Leftwich said. Byron Anton Leftwich is part of a Millennial Generation (also known as Generation Y). Millennials is a generation who grew up with computers, internet and social networks. Having been raised under the mantra 'follow your dreams' and being told they were special, they tend to be confident and tolerant of difference. Byron Leftwich: Pos: QB, Career: 60 G, 10 TD, Jaguars/Steelers/. 2003-2012, born DC 1980.

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OC Byron Leftwich eveals nickname Buccaneers have for Rob Gronkowski Steve DelVecchio, Larry Brown Sports 4 days ago. Los Angeles coronavirus: Ambulance ride-along shows the pandemic's toll on EMTs.

Bucs offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich revealed on Wednesday that the team has coined a new nickname for Gronkowski. Gronk’s coaches and teammates call him “Gronkitis” because of his infectious positive attitude.

Leftwich also revealed the Bucs' nickname for Gronk — 'Gronkitis,' because his positive energy is so infectious. 'I don't think he's ever had a bad day.'

— Ben Volin (@BenVolin) January 6, 2021

That sounds about right. Gronkowski has endeared himself to fans with that same positive energy, so it’s no surprise they’re feeling it in Tampa Bay, too. If you had any doubt that he’s still the same old Gronk, look no further than the hilarious Gronkowski impression Tom Brady recently busted out.

Tom Brady impersonating Rob Gronkowski is everything I could have ever hoped for. pic.twitter.com/cdEaPnGrz7

Gronkowski appeared in all 16 regular-season games for the Bucs this season. He caught 45 passes for 623 yards and seven touchdowns, so he is still capable of making a difference. Don’t be surprised if Gronk makes some huge plays in the postseason.

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