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The New England Patriots easily handled the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, taking down "America's Team" 30-6 at AT&T Stadium.
The team apparently didn't really need star tight end Rob Gronkowski in the game, either, given the 24-point win and a relatively obscure statline for Gronk: four catches for 67 yards.
That he was held to such low numbers is nothing short of a miracle, though, considering that before Sunday's game one Cowboys defensive coach told 98.5 The Sports Hub's Scott Zolak -- a former Patriots QB himself -- that they had "no idea" how to stop Gronkowski.
Despite Sunday's low numbers and an early bye in Week 4, Gronkowski still ranks first among NFL tight ends in yards (375) and second in touchdowns (four).
It's important to note, though, that Gronkowski was heavily involved early in the second half -- including drawing triple coverage on Julian Edelman's 59-yard TD.
When it comes to facing Gronk, even when you win, you lose.
Thumbnail photo via Matthew Emmons/USA TODAY Sports Images
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