This is the second time Gronkowski has retired from the NFL, having previously hung up in New England after playing with the Patriots from 2010 to 2018, before returning in 2020 to play two seasons. with Buccaneers.
The 33-year-old Gronkowski wrote on social media: “I want to thank the whole first-class Buccaneers organization for the amazing trip, my confidence to come back to play and help build a champion team. Now I will return to my retirement home, starting football again with my head held high, knowing that I give him everything I have, good or bad, every time I go out on the field.
“The friendships and connections I have made will continue forever and I appreciate each and every one of my teammates and coaches for giving everything they have. From retirement, back to football and winning another championship and now back to retirement, thank you all. “
During his 11 seasons in the NFL, Gronkowski was part of four teams that won the Super Bowl, three times with the Patriots and again with the Buccaneers.
“Rob is a true professional who has left everything on the field for us over the last two seasons and helped create a champion culture in our building,” said Tampa Bay general manager Jason Licht.
Gronkowski holds two Super Bowl records – the most receptions in his career with a tight end and the most reception yards in the position.
His 92 career touchdowns in his career are the third in the history of the NFL among tight ends, behind only 116 by Antonio Gates and 111 by Tony Gonzalez, although Gronkowski has played significantly fewer games (143) than Gates (236) and Gonzalez (270).
Gronkowski played each of his seasons in the NFL with quarterback Tom Brady. The duo’s 90 regular touchdown connections make them the second most productive tandem pass / catch tandem in NFL history, behind only Peyton Manning and Marvin Harrison’s astonishing 112 touchdowns.
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