Byron Leftwich
Rob Gronkowski may no longer be capable of dominating defenders the way he was in his prime, but the star tight end has still had a huge impact on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season. His latest nickname is evidence of that.
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- Byron Antron Leftwich (born January 14, 1980) is an American football coach and former quarterback who is the offensive coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL). He previously played in the NFL for ten seasons.
Bucs offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich revealed on Wednesday that the team has coined a new nickname for Gronkowski. Gronk’s coaches and teammates call him “Gronkitis” because of his infectious positive attitude.
Leftwich Byron E. Leftwich, 82, of Girard, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Duquesne, PA, on June 27, 1937 to the late William L. (Jackson) Leftwich Smith. Byron graduated from Duquesne High School in 1955.
Leftwich also revealed the Bucs' nickname for Gronk — 'Gronkitis,' because his positive energy is so infectious. 'I don't think he's ever had a bad day.'
— Ben Volin (@BenVolin) January 6, 2021
That sounds about right. Gronkowski has endeared himself to fans with that same positive energy, so it’s no surprise they’re feeling it in Tampa Bay, too. If you had any doubt that he’s still the same old Gronk, look no further than the hilarious Gronkowski impression Tom Brady recently busted out.
Tom Brady impersonating Rob Gronkowski is everything I could have ever hoped for. pic.twitter.com/cdEaPnGrz7
— Carmen Vitali (@CarmieV) December 31, 2020Gronkowski appeared in all 16 regular-season games for the Bucs this season. He caught 45 passes for 623 yards and seven touchdowns, so he is still capable of making a difference. Don’t be surprised if Gronk makes some huge plays in the postseason.
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Byron Antron Leftwich a.k.a. Byron Leftwich is an American football coach who currently stands as the coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL). Moreover, he is a former quarterback who played college football for Marshall University and later drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars with 7th overall in the 2003 NFL Draft. He played for the Atlanta Falcons, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Washington, D.C. native, Byron Leftwich was born on 14th January 1980, under the star sign Capricorn. The forty-year-old is an American by nationality who came from an African ethnic background. He stands 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) and weighs 250 lb (113 kg).
How Much Is Byron Leftwich Net Worth? Know His Salary & Contract Details
As of 2020, Byron Leftwich's net worth is approximately $12 million. The significant source of his income is his NFL career: initially as a player and later as a coach. No wonder, he made $27,212,000 out of his NFL career playing 10 seasons. Eli Manning, Peyton Manning, and Tom Brady are the highest-earning player in NFL history.
| Season | Team | Earning |
| 2003 | Jacksonville Jaguars | $4,238,000 |
| 2004 | Jacksonville Jaguars | $8,399,000 |
| 2005 | Jacksonville Jaguars | $430,000 |
| 2006 | Jacksonville Jaguars | $4,710,000 |
| 2007 | Atlanta Falcons | $2,350,000 |
| 2008 | Pittsburgh Steelers | $645,000 |
| 2009 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | $2,000,000 |
| 2010 | Pittsburgh Steelers | $1,800,000 |
| 2011 | Pittsburgh Steelers | $1,750,000 |
| 2012 | Pittsburgh Steelers | $890,000 |
His contact details:
- August 12, 2003: Signed a 5 year $22.772 million contract with Jacksonville
- September 17, 2007: Signed a 2 year $7 million contract with Atlanta
- September 19, 2007: Signed a 2 year $7 million contract with Atlanta
- August 10, 2008: Signed a 1 year $645k contract with Pittsburgh
- April 21, 2010: Signed a 1 year $1.75 million extension with Pittsburgh
- April 26, 2012: Signed a 1 year $825k contract with Pittsburgh
Currently, serving as an offensive coordinator to Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Leftwich makes seven-digit figures per annum as his salary.
Byron Leftwich Son
He owns a house in Jacksonville, Florida, which cost around $1 million.
Byron Leftwich's Wife: Is Former Cardinal Coach Married?
Neither married nor single, Byron Leftwich is currently in a relationship with his long-time girlfriend, whose identity is yet to reveal. Furthermore, the couple is blessed with a nine-year-old baby boy. In 2019, the NFL coach revealed that he is soon planning to marry his partner but there is no reports if the couple has tied the knot or not.
Nevertheless, Leftwich has maintained a low-key personal life. He is nowhere to be found on social media such as Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. The only news pop in public is about his career.
Earlier, Byron dated Neeta Wootenh. Their relationship was short-lived. They started dating in 2004 and eventually parted ways in 2005. Besides, there is no information available regarding his love life.
Career Highlights
- Super Bowl champion (XLIII)
- 2003 NFL All-Rookie Team
- 2× MAC Most Valuable Player won in 2001 & 2002
- 2× MAC Offensive Player of the Year won in 2001 & 2002
Byron Leftwich Stats
Career NFL statistics
- Completions / Attempts: 930 / 1,605
- Completion percentage: 57.9%
- Passing yards: 10,532
- TD–INT: 58–42
- Passer rating: 78.9
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