Bowers was a dynamic playmaker for the Bulldogs, and he is seeing those skills translate to the NFL. Gronkowski appeared on the “Up and Adams Show” and gave props to the rookie, as transcribed by NESN.com’s Jason Ounpraseuth.

Through two weeks, Bowers has caught 15 passes for 156 yards—setting the record for the most receptions as a rookie tight end in his first two career games. For context, Rob Gronkowski had two catches for 15 yards and a touchdown in his first two contests as a rookie in 2010.

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers caught the attention of Rob Gronkowski after his dominant performances through two games.