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New Patriots DL Ricky Jean Francois happy to be in 'Dunkin Donuts heaven'

FOXBORO — Welcome to Dunkin Donuts heaven, Ricky Jean Francois.

At least that’s the impression the new Patriots defensive lineman/Dunkin Donuts magnate got of the Boston area when he arrived this week to join his new team.

Jean Francois was happy to find Rob Gronkowski as a new teammate, not only on the Patriots roster — but also on the Dunkin Donuts roster, as Gronkowski is a paid pitchman for the company.

The defender said he owns 30 franchises of Dunkin Donuts and expanded on his relationship with the company today:

  • On Gronkowski: “I love (Gronkowski) because he’s got business booming.