Rob Gronkowski Surprises Wounded U.S. Army Vet With New Truck

Rob Gronkowski is retired from the NFL however he’s refrained from doing returning to his fans … the future Hall of Famer just recently amazed a retired U.S. Army veteran, injured in fight, with an amazing, personalized truck!

The G.O.A.T. tight end collaborate with USAA to provide a 4-door truck to expert Jonny Flores who served 4 years in a field artillery … where he worked as a .50 cal gunner, to name a few tasks.

“Today I’m helping USAA give away a recycled ride to a deserving US military veteran,” Gronk stated on Tuesday.

“This is gonna be awesome. About to surprise Jonny.”

The video of Gronk unexpected the Purple Heart recipient in Tampa is fantastic … and from Flores’ response, he had no concept he was fulfilling the Super Bowl champ.

“No way!” Flores stated, plainly in shock … “What a surprise!”

Then, when Gronk revealed Flores the truck … he was so stired!!

It’s a feel-good story for a guy who has actually compromised strongly for his nation. Flores was severely injured after a lorry he remained in drove over a pressure-plate IED (improvised explosive gadget) on July 4, 2007 in Baghdad, Iraq. He eventually had his left leg cut off. He likewise sustained other injuries in the attack.

Flores, who utilizes a wheelchair, will now have the ability to walk around far more easily … since we’re informed the flight was retrofitted and customized for his movement requires, consisting of setting up a wheelchair lift.

“This means a lot to me,” Flores stated, “Being able to get my independence and get in and out of this with ease, you know, with no help. That wheelchair thing is something else!”

“This is a game changer. Oh my God. I can already see how many trips and things we’re gonna do with the family. I’m so excited. I can’t thank you guys enough for this man.”

It’s all part of the USAA’s event of their 100th anniversary serving the armed force … and the automobile was the 87th cars and truck they talented in 2022, Gronk’s jersey number.

Gronk played 11 seasons in the NFL with the Patriots and Buccaneers. The 5-time Pro Bowler won 4 Super Bowls prior to retiring in June.