At only 12 years old, the burgeoning star known as Baby Gronk has secured an official scholarship offer, catapulting him into the spotlight yet again. Known off the field as Madden San Miguel, this young football prodigy from Texas has been amassing a substantial following on social media, boasting over 600,000 followers on Instagram.
Baby Gronk’s electrifying highlights and appearances alongside popular influencers like LSU Tigers gymnast Olivia Dunne have undoubtedly contributed to his viral fame. Rumors have swirled about potential scholarship offers from big-name programs, though the authenticity of these claims was often questionable. Yet this week, the talented Class of 2032 athlete clinched something concrete: a legitimate scholarship offer.
Posing confidently for the cameras, Baby Gronk has officially caught the attention of the Delaware State Hornets. This offer comes under the leadership of DeSean Jackson, former NFL star and now head coach at Delaware State.
As Jackson steps into his new role at the FCS level, he marks one of two former NFL icons now coaching college football—joining Michael Vick at Norfolk State. Both Jackson and Vick are eagerly diving into the recruiting scene, hoping to make a splash.
DeSean Jackson’s recent move came when he extended a verbal scholarship offer to none other than Baby Gronk. The announcement was shared by MaxPreps, bringing further attention to the story.
There’s been chatter from Baby Gronk’s father, Jake San Miguel, who has been quite vocal on his son’s behalf. He claims Baby Gronk also received an offer from Arizona. While details around this are hazy, Jake has faced criticism for his role—profiting from his son’s social media fame. He defends these actions, saying, “You never know, man; anything can happen. Whether it’s my kids or someone else’s, life can throw unexpected challenges—whether it’s addiction, relationships, or health issues. That’s why we’re building a safety net,” as shared with The Athletic.
Beyond the hype and headlines, Baby Gronk truly does hold his own on the field, showcasing impressive skills that match his robust online persona.
While offers extended to athletes not yet in high school might lack solid footing, it’s clear DeSean Jackson is leveraging this move to generate buzz around his program—a mission seemingly accomplished.
For Baby Gronk, the journey is just beginning, and there’s plenty of development ahead. Yet, having an official scholarship offer already in hand is undoubtedly a promising start.
