Rob Gronkowski Says He Probably Suffered 20 Concussions in His Career<br />.<br />The former NFL star admitted the shocking news in <br />a recent interview with Reena Ninan of CBS News.<br />.<br />I had nine surgeries and probably had, like, 20 concussions in my life – no lie. I remember five <br />blackout ones.<br />, Rob Gronkowski, via CBS News.<br />The subject came up after Ninan asked Gronkowski <br />if he would let his son play football.<br />.<br />I would let my son play football, but first I'd educate him on the game. (I would) educate him on what I went through, and I truly believe that any injury you receive is fixable.<br />, Rob Gronkowski, via CBS News.<br />The former New England Patriots <br />tight end retired this offseason.<br />.<br />Gronkowski spent his entire nine-year career with <br />the Patriots, including three Super Bowl titles.<br />.<br />Many have speculated that Gronkowski may return <br />to New England later this season.<br />.<br />Gronkowski said that he's "in a good place right now" <br />and "would have to be feeling it" to consider a return.
