Rob Gronkowski
35-Year-Old
Free Agent
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Contacts Bucs, but staying retired
Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles disclosed Friday that Gronkowski contacted the team last month about a possible return to the team, but the tight end ultimately elected to remain retired for the time being, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports. "It was more of a conversation than anything else," Bowles said. "Usually, when you have to think about playing, you probably don't want to play. When it's just a discussion, I didn't think much of it at the time."
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In June, Gronkowski announced that he had retired from professional football for a second time, but six months later, the five-time Pro Bowler doesn't sound like he's completely closed the door on playing again. According to the report, Gronkowski told Bowles that he's been working out in preparation for a possible return, and though the two sides didn't come to terms on a contract, it wouldn't be surprising if the 33-year-old and the Buccaneers revisited those discussions heading into the 2023 season. Any motivation Gronkowski may have in resuming his career may hinge on the plans of longtime battery mate Tom Brady, the only full-time starting quarterback that the tight end has ever played with.
In June, Gronkowski announced that he had retired from professional football for a second time, but six months later, the five-time Pro Bowler doesn't sound like he's completely closed the door on playing again. According to the report, Gronkowski told Bowles that he's been working out in preparation for a possible return, and though the two sides didn't come to terms on a contract, it wouldn't be surprising if the 33-year-old and the Buccaneers revisited those discussions heading into the 2023 season. Any motivation Gronkowski may have in resuming his career may hinge on the plans of longtime battery mate Tom Brady, the only full-time starting quarterback that the tight end has ever played with.
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How do Rob Gronkowski's measurables compare to other tight ends?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
* All metrics are from his Pro Day (not the combine).
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265 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.68 secShuttle Time
4.47 secCone Drill
7.18 secVertical Jump
33.5 inBroad Jump
119 inBench Press
23 repsHand Length
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With fellow ex-Patriot Tom Brady returning to Tampa Bay, the chances of Gronk giving it one more
year looked pretty good, but he ultimately announced his retirement in June. If he eventually changes his mind, a la Brady, Gronkowski likely would still be able to produce. At this stage, however, the 33-year-old insists he has no plans to resume his NFL career. Despite missing five games last year and being hampered by back and rib injuries in a few
others, he ranked seventh among tight ends with 802 yards and caught six touchdowns. Brady's
affinity for throwing to tight ends by the goal line would give the four-time 1,000-yard receiver
plenty of opportunities to add to his career total of 92 touchdowns, but for now it'll likely be Cam Brate seeing most of the TE targets in Tampa.
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Not expected to play in 2022
The Buccaneers aren't counting on Gronkowski resuming his playing career in 2022 after the tight end previously announced his second retirement in June, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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No plans to play this year
Gronkowski reiterated Tuesday that he has no plans to resume his playing career, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
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Retires from NFL
Gronkowski announced his retirement Tuesday, NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports.
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Bucs reportedly remain optimistic
Though Gronkowski remains a free agent, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times suggests that the Buccaneers are optimistic the tight end will re-sign with the team sometime before training camp.
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Playing status TBD
At this stage, Gronkowski isn't ready to commit to playing this coming season, ESPN.com and NFL.com relay.
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No inclination to resume career
Gronkowski said Thursday he never seriously considered returning to the NFL during the 2022 season, despite interest from multiple teams, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. "This year my mindset wasn't even close to going back out on the field," Gronkowski said. "The situation was the right situation, but my mindset wasn't there."
ANALYSIS
The legendary tight end still looked like had plenty to offer when he last played in 2021, recording 55 receptions for 802 yards and six touchdowns across 12 games for the Buccaneers. Gronkowski even reportedly contacted Tampa Bay about a possible return late in the season, but ultimately, he says he just doesn't have the desire to play at the moment and is keeping busy with TV work, business interests and remaining in shape through various recreational sports.
The legendary tight end still looked like had plenty to offer when he last played in 2021, recording 55 receptions for 802 yards and six touchdowns across 12 games for the Buccaneers. Gronkowski even reportedly contacted Tampa Bay about a possible return late in the season, but ultimately, he says he just doesn't have the desire to play at the moment and is keeping busy with TV work, business interests and remaining in shape through various recreational sports.