Rob Gronkowski extended his unretirement to a second season, re-signing with the Buccaneers in March. The decorated tight end was one of several veterans to re-up with the defending Super Bowl champions, who are favored to return to the NFL’s biggest stage this season.
But Gronk is not guaranteeing anything beyond this year. The future Hall of Famer described his status as “year to year, 100%,” according to Ben Volin of the Boston Globe.
Although Tom Brady is planning to return for his age-45 season in 2022, barring an unforeseen development, Gronkowski has previously shown the quarterback’s status does not necessarily pertain to his. Though, the legendary quarterback certainly has some say in how his favorite target proceeds. Gronk retired after the 2018 season, and the Patriots’ passing attack suffered. He unretired to rejoin Brady in Tampa last season. This partnership helped the Bucs snap their lengthy playoff drought and win Super Bowl LV, with Gronk catching two touchdown passes in that game.
The Bucs have both Gronkowski and O.J. Howard in contract years, with Cameron Brate still on the roster as well. The Bills showed interest in Gronk, but there did not appear to be much doubt about his return to the Bucs. The 31-year-old pass catcher signed a one-year, $8MM deal; the contract is fully guaranteed.
So what, they’ll sign Edelman, right?
Edelman is probably done for real. Gronk had an injury history and plenty of wear and tear as well, but Edelman’s also a whole 4-5 years older then Gronk. That’s a big deal in the NFL. Not sure a year off will work the same magic for him.
Oh you are correct of course. I was just being silly. Now Brady will have to survive throwing to only three former All-Pros.
Please go away
Hell play as long at Tom is
We hear this literally every single season.
Tom and Rob will hire a taxidermist rather than be buried or cremated.