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Rob Gronkowski set the record for touchdown's by a tight-end in a single-season in the Patriots victory over the Redskins Well that was interesting, and not because I’m pretty sure I gained two pounds from the amount of free barbequed meat products I ate before the game. The New England Patriots looked to be in control of the their football game in Washington, DC Landover, MD against the Redskins early on. Andre Carter forced a fumble in the end-zone that was recovered by Vince Wilfork, Rob Gronkowski caught his patented seem route over the middle of the football field (followed by the “Oh wait, I shouldn’t have spiked that ball that was the record breaker” move) and the New England Patriots held a comfortable 14-3 lead against the Washington Redskins. From section 309, it looked like it would turn into a relaxing day of watching football and enjoying time with my friends. Then, Rex Grossman led a drive down the field for a touchdown, the Redskins pulled a end around option pass...
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