Garrett Groshek

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Garrett Groshek
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Groshek in 2018
Personal information
Born: (1997-08-02) August 2, 1997 (age 26)
Amherst Junction, Wisconsin, U.S.
Height:5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:220 lb (100 kg)
Career information
High school: Amherst
(Amherst, Wisconsin)
College: Wisconsin
Position: Running back
Undrafted: 2021
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only

Garrett Groshek (born August 2, 1997) is an American football running back who is a free agent. He played college football at Wisconsin.

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Professional career

Las Vegas Raiders

Groshek was signed by the Las Vegas Raiders after going undrafted on May 7, 2021. [1] He was waived on August 31, 2021. [2]

Minnesota Vikings

On November 16, 2021, the Minnesota Vikings signed Groshek to the practice squad. [3] On November 23, 2021, he was released from the practice squad. [4]

Pittsburgh Maulers

Groshek was selected in the 27th round of the 2022 USFL draft by the Pittsburgh Maulers. [5]

Groshek finished the 2023 season with 209 rushing yards and 1 touchdown, adding 6 catches for 48 yards.

In the 2023 USFL Championship Game, Groshek had 9 carries for 35 yards and 2 catches for 13 yards. [6]

He became a free agent after the 2023 season.

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References

  1. "Raiders sign 10 undrafted free agents". raiders.com. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
  2. "Raiders 2021 roster cut tracker". raiderswire.usatoday.com. Retrieved August 31, 2021.
  3. "Minnesota Vikings sign FB Garrett Groshek to Practice Squad". 247sports. Retrieved November 16, 2021.
  4. "Minnesota cuts Garrett Groshek". fantasyguru. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  5. Camenker, Jacob (February 23, 2022). "USFL Draft tracker: Complete results, rosters for new football league". Sporting News .
  6. "Garrett Groshek Stats".