Gronk backs ban on kids’ tackle football – But will it Throttle or Throttle the Sport?
While some are wringing their hands over the possible ramifications of California’s proposed ban on tackle football for children 12 and under, no less than NFL legend Rob Gronkowski has voiced his support. Emphasizing the need for safer alternatives like flag football, Gronk’s stance has ignited a fiery debate over the future of American football. It’s clear he is no stranger to controversy and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo, but will his endorsement sway others to reconsider the nature of youth sports? Time will tell.