Former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski has announced his retirement after an 11-year NFL career. The news came following a social media post from journalist Jordan Schultz, who revealed the 4-time Super Bowl champion and his decision. It has been an announcement that came under scrutiny following his agent Drew Rosenhaus and his comments.

After the announcement went public on Twitter, ESPN’s Adam Schefter revealed the tweet he received from Rosenhaus. Gronk’s agent stated, “It would not surprise me if Tom Brady calls him during the season to come back and Rob answers the call. This is just my opinion, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Rob comes back during the season or next season.”

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His comments have left fans feeling a sense of deja-vu and reminding them of QB Tom Brady and his decision to unretire.

Despite the mixed feelings, the news is significant for the Buccaneers franchise as they look to repeat their 2020 feat. The 2021 season came with its challenges in injuries and misfortune. Brady and his roster are raring to go in 2022 to win the Super Bowl in the upcoming season.

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The former 2nd-round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, Gronk had a stellar NFL career achieving 5 Pro Bowl selections, and 4 All-Pro selections while creating highlight-reel moments. He was part of a formidable partnership with Brady, and his iconic ‘Gronk spike’ celebration will again be back in history. Gronk was for his teammates and coaches a role model on the football field. He was committed to achieving success with hard work and determination over the years.

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However, NFL fans on Twitter continue to harbor hope that the announcement is merely a smokescreen for Gronk to return.

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One NFL fan was calling for the news to be false while yearning for his return.

Another NFL fan was skeptical about Gronk’s decision to retire.

One NFL fan was questioning the legitimacy of the official announcement of his retirement.

Another NFL fan was predicting a Brady turn for Gronk in the coming weeks.

One NFL fan was questioning the time he took to reach his decision to return or retire.

Another NFL fan knows exactly why Gronk is making this announcement.

One NFL fan was sharing his displeasure with the mass movement in the NFL offseason.

Another NFL fan was paying tribute to Gronk’s amazing NFL career over the years.

While there might be a possibility that Gronk returns for another season in 2022, the franchise remains in search of its TE successor as they look to compete. He potentially will be a first-ballot Pro Football Hall Of Famer in the coming years.

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