Rob Gronkowski's fumble recovery notable part of standout performance

ESPN.com | September 11, 2015

Rob Gronkowski had a fumble recovery at the goal-line that preserved a Patriots touchdown drive. Maddie Meyer/Getty Images

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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- When it comes to the impact that New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski made in Thursday’s 28-21 season-opening victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers, there are no shortage of choices to pinpoint.