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Rob Gronkowski’s little brother is turning pro

Kansas State fullback Glenn Gronkowski (48) breaks away from South Dakota defensive lineman Sean Bredl. AP

Rob Gronkowski’s younger brother, Glenn, is headed to the NFL.

The Kansas State fullback will forgo his final season of eligibility and declare for the draft, according to a Sports Illustrated report.

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The youngest of five brothers, Glenn Gronkowski touched the ball only 16 times this season, finishing with 45 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Still, he’s projected as one of the top-rated fullbacks in the draft, according to ESPN,though that probably only translates to a late-round pick.

If he makes an NFL team, Glenn will be the fourth Gronkowski brother to play in the league, joining Chris (35 games), Dan (21 games), and Rob. Glenn is four years younger than his famous Patriots superstar brother.

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