Nomad99 411 Posted March 24, 2019 Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski retires after nine seasons in the NFL https://www.boston25news.com/sports/patriots-tight-end-rob-gronkowski-retires-after-nine-seasons-in-the-nfl/906063536 Sent from my Samsung SM-G930V Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thornton Melon 544 Posted March 24, 2019 Wow...I really thought he'd play one more season. At least it seemed that way recently... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted March 24, 2019 Sucks. One of the most fun players to watch ever. Thanks for the memories Gronk. Especially of the one where you came up short on that Hail Mary in the SB against the Giants. Good times. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted March 24, 2019 Excellent career. One of the best at his position. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reality 2,710 Posted March 24, 2019 All timer, hats of to him for walking out on his terms. Smart with his money. What's not to like and admire about this guy? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted March 24, 2019 1 minute ago, Bier Meister said: Excellent career. One of the best at his position. I feel he's the best ever. In an age when TE's are glorified receivers, Gronk blocked like he was an extra tackle. Belicheck demands it after watching Bavaro in his prime with the Giants. Guys like Ertz and Witten aren't known for their blocking skills. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted March 24, 2019 1 minute ago, Hardcore troubadour said: I feel he's the best ever. In an age when TE's are glorified receivers, Gronk blocked like he was an extra tackle. Belicheck demands it after watching Bavaro in his prime with the Giants. Guys like Ertz and Witten aren't known for their blocking skills. Gonzo, gates, gronk, sharpe. some who likely would not make my top 10 but had blocking skills overlooked was Vernon Davis. Because the 9ers were so porous, his first couple of years were used to block. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted March 24, 2019 8 minutes ago, Bier Meister said: Gonzo, gates, gronk, sharpe. some who likely would not make my top 10 but had blocking skills overlooked was Vernon Davis. Because the 9ers were so porous, his first couple of years were used to block. Like VD a lot. True TE. Didn't think Gonzo was as good as Gates, especially the second half of his career. He became very un athletic. Sharpe is exhibit A of the glorified WR playing TE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted March 24, 2019 I thought Gonzo looked much better later in his career than gates.... definitely more athletic throughout this career. Sharpe was a fantastic receiving te, with passable blocking ability. Still hof and top tier at position. going to be hard to judge this era with the rule changes and gaudy receiving stats. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 5,895 Posted March 24, 2019 He was a Faster Jason Witten - the Times Square of TEs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5-Points 2,735 Posted March 24, 2019 31 minutes ago, Hardcore troubadour said: Guys like Witten aren't known for their blocking skills. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nomad99 411 Posted March 24, 2019 Backdoor rumors that think he might unretire say week.....10....zero confirmation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Blue 06 195 Posted March 24, 2019 Belichick has listed him as questionable for week 1. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dain11279 928 Posted March 25, 2019 1 hour ago, Big Blue 06 said: Belichick has listed him as questionable for week 1. We’re on to Cincinnati Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted March 25, 2019 Hope he stays retired. He has a ton of money from not spending a dime of his salary and he can just party til he drops now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wiffleball 4,647 Posted March 25, 2019 Apparently they've already broken ground on a bar he's going to open up. Word is, called The Glory Hole. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 3,594 Posted March 25, 2019 Never thought Gronk would retire before Brady Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Filthy Fernadez 2,696 Posted March 25, 2019 There's your excuse Kraft. "I was at that massage parlor looking for a new Tight End" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted March 25, 2019 He should take Witten's place in the booth... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruzer 1,992 Posted March 25, 2019 One of the all time greats on the field - and overall personalities. 1st ballot HOF - or should be. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruzer 1,992 Posted March 25, 2019 2 minutes ago, posty said: He should take Witten's place in the booth... I thought Dan Dierdorf sucked...........till I heard Witten. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vuduchile 1,941 Posted March 25, 2019 Good for him. Goes out on top with another SB win, making the catch that gave the Pats the win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patriotsfatboy1 1,432 Posted March 25, 2019 Let's see... Gronk makes announcement on Sunday after a lot of delay. Monday Night Raw is being held at TD Bank Garden in Boston on Monday two weeks before WrestleMania. Anyone want to make a guess on what he is doing next (at least part time)? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthernVike 2,080 Posted March 25, 2019 7 minutes ago, Patriotsfatboy1 said: Let's see... Gronk makes announcement on Sunday after a lot of delay. Monday Night Raw is being held at TD Bank Garden in Boston on Monday two weeks before WrestleMania. Anyone want to make a guess on what he is doing next (at least part time)? This has potential. Will they have to dumb him down for the in ring interview? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,568 Posted March 25, 2019 36 minutes ago, taco breath said: You played well yesterday against Duke. Sorry you fouled out on that sh1t call. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Honcho 4,039 Posted March 25, 2019 Are we 100% sure that when he says he's going to "Retire", he doesn't mean get new wheels for his Hummer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,568 Posted March 25, 2019 How triggered will people be when the Patriots win another super bowl, sans Gronk and tuggate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted March 25, 2019 12 minutes ago, edjr said: How triggered will people be when the Patriots win another super bowl, sans Gronk and tuggate Well, they already have the first steps towards, it Division championship and HFA. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,568 Posted March 25, 2019 12 minutes ago, Hardcore troubadour said: Well, they already have the first steps towards, it Division championship and HFA. They'd only have it easier if they were in the NFC east Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted March 25, 2019 3 minutes ago, edjr said: They'd only have it easier if they were in the NFC east Sure. Pay no attention to those three super bowl losses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted March 25, 2019 Definitely one of the best of all-time... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,568 Posted March 25, 2019 14 minutes ago, Hardcore troubadour said: Sure. Pay no attention to those three super bowl losses. When did the Patriots play the Jets, Dolphins or Bills in the Super Bowl? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted March 25, 2019 3 minutes ago, edjr said: When did the Patriots play the Jets, Dolphins or Bills in the Super Bowl? They lost to the NFC east 3x. Stands to reason the NFC east wouldn't have been an easier road for them, as you claimed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites