Garrett Groshek Explained

Garrett Groshek
Position:Running back
Birth Date:2 August 1997
Birth Place:Amherst Junction, Wisconsin, U.S.
Height Ft:5
Height In:11
Weight Lb:220
High School:Amherst
(Amherst, Wisconsin)
College:Wisconsin
Undraftedyear:2021
Pastteams:
Statleague:NFL

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

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.

Notes and References

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