Retired NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski holds high praise for Las Vegas Raiders rookie tight end Brock Bowers, saying 'he's on pace to be better than myself.'

That’s big words, especially with whom considering who Davante is drawing comparisons. Gronkowski basically has a bust with his name on it in Canton after an illustrious career including four Super Bowl rings, four All Pro nods, and making the Hall of Fame’s All 2010s team.

During the Raiders' 26–23 upset win over the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium, Bowers notched a a career-high nine catches for 98 yards. His teammate Davante Adams had a front-row seat to the rookie's breakout game, catching nine passes himself while lining up next to Bowers.