Rob Gronkowski discusses McBride and Bowers as potential NFL tight end stars
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 8:12 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Rob Gronkowski highlighted Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride and Brock Bowers, a rookie with the Raiders, as future stars in the NFL. In a recent post on X by the Dan Patrick Show, Gronkowski praised McBride's consistency and alluded to Bowers' potential despite injury setbacks. He noted the need for young tight ends to exhibit more consistent performance, referencing several players who started strong but have since tapered off. Dalton Kincaid currently leads NFL tight ends in yardage while McBride leads in receptions. Gronkowski sees potential in Colston Loveland, calling for more production from him this season.
- •Gronkowski cites McBride as the most consistent tight end currently.
- •Bowers is expected to make his debut for the Raiders in 2026.
- •Gronkowski mentioned several tight ends needing to maintain performance.
- •Dalton Kincaid leads NFL tight ends with 221 yards through two games.
- •McBride leads in receptions with 17 catches so far.
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — NFL news: Rob Gronkowski ponders McBride, Bowers as next great NFL TE
"While Arizona Cardinals standout Trey McBride is chasing NFL records, it appears that Brock Bowers will finally get on the field in 2026 for the Raiders. And Rob Gronkowski pondered McBride and Bowers as the next great tight end in the NFL, according to a post on X by the Dan Patrick Show. “I think Trey McBride is probably the best most consistent […] The post NFL news: Rob Gronkowski ponders McBride, Bowers as next great NFL TE appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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