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

Garrett Groshek
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Groshek in 2018
Personal information
Born: (1997-08-02) August 2, 1997 (age 27)
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

Professional career

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Las Vegas Raiders

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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

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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

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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.

References

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  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".