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Containing Patriots' Rob Gronkowski is a tall task for Texans

Containing New England Patriots towering tight end Rob Gronkowski is a challenge for any defense.

Because of his size, hands and leaping ability, Gronkowski is essentially always open.

The fun-loving man child they call Gronk caught eight passes for 89 yards and a touchdown against the Texans last season during a 36-33 victory. His consecutive receptions of 8 and 15 yards sparked the game-winning drive.

He finished the season with 68 catches for 1,084 yards and eight touchdowns. In eight NFL seasons, Gronkowski has 474 catches for 7,179 yard and 76 touchdowns.

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