Patriots Partying? 'BS!' Say Rob Gronkowski Teammates

Former New England Patriots players Julian Edelman and Patrick Chung are denying a recently shared story about Rob Gronkowski's partying habits.

While former New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski is often portrayed as a wild partier, his former teammate Julian Edelman recently dismissed a particular story as a myth.

During an appearance on "Prime Time with Alex Stein," former Patriots defensive lineman Jake Bequette recounted a story about Gronkowski's escapades, alleging that the former tight end would party all night during the offseason and eventually find himself passed out on the team's training tables.

However, Edelman contested the validity of the story.

"Story is BS," Edelman wrote on Twitter. "Everyone wants to paint Gronk as a party animal. When in reality he was one of the most dedicated teammates I had."

Backing Edelman's denial, former Patriots safety Patrick Chung supported his stance and accused Bequette of seeking attention.

"Exactly," Chung said in response to Edelman's tweet. "People just want their time of fame. Willing to do anything to get it."

To provide a fair perspective, Bequette's account portrays Gronkowski's behavior during the offseason. It is plausible that Gronkowski engaged in such activities during the offseason and possibly even into training camp. Still, assuming that he discontinued such behavior once the regular season commenced is reasonable.

Regardless of Gronkowski's actions throughout his career, one thing remains clear: his approach undeniably yielded remarkable success. Widely recognized as one of the most accomplished tight ends in the history of the sport, he holds a revered position among the greatest players in NFL history. Gronkowski's extraordinary achievements, including four Super Bowl victories and five All-Pro honors, firmly establish his legendary status. His unwavering talent and significant contributions to the sport stand as a testament to his enduring legacy.

---

Follow Jacob Hare on Twitter.

Follow Patriots Country on Twitter and Facebook

Want the latest in breaking news and insider information on the Patriots? Click Here

More Patriots coverage from Sports Illustrated here