Tight end Rob Gronkowski #87 of the New England Patriots
In a video from ride-sharing service Lyft that aired on Good Morning America Tuesday, New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski disguises himself in a pair of wigs and drives unsuspecting passengers around New England while boasting his superior knowledge in topics like astrophysics, Tom Brady’s grooming habits, and of course, football.
Speaking enthusiastically about his “man crush” on Brady, Gronkowski tells a passenger that he’s the quarterback’s “biggest fan ever” and hoped to meet him.
“Yeah, but he’s married, so he’s like, off-limits, you know,” his female passenger advised.
“I mean, I’m not trying to get with him,” Gronkowski replied. “I mean, I just want to meet him.”
They also discuss Brady’s new haircut, as well as what kind of body lotion the QB might use.
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The 27-year-old tight end even mentions himself while talking to another passenger, saying: “What if you met Rob Gronkowski?”
“I have met him,” the passenger replies. “Yeah, he’s a great guy.”
At the end of each ride, Gronkowski reveals himself to his stunned but excited passengers, then spikes a football with them.
Gronkowski is the latest in a line of famous athletes to pose as Lyft drivers. Others include David Ortiz, Richard Sherman, Jerry Rice and Shaquille O’Neal.
DENVER, CO – JANUARY 24: Tight end Rob Gronkowski #87 of the New England Patriots after a reception during the AFC Championship game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on January 24, 2016 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated the Patriots 20-18. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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