Rob Gronkowski has surprised his fans and his teammates with his unexpected retirement news. Through an emotional Twitter post, he announced his final goodbye to his dream job opportunity, professional football. However, his New England Patriots teammates targeted him and asked him to ensure that this was his final retirement.

Previously, in 2019, Gronk announced his retirement but later made a comeback. This was primarily because Tom Brady signed with the Buccaneers. However, this time, it does not look like Gronk would have any incentive to return.

Gronk’s former Patriots teammate, Kyle Van Noy, reacted to his retirement announcement in a hilarious fashion. He said, “This better be the last time I say this!! Congrats on retirement, Rob Gronkowski!! Much love homie.”

The TE’s teammates expressed gratitude and heartfelt reactions to his well-rounded career.

NFL players, teams, and coaches react to the retirement announcement by Rob Gronkowski

Multiple players, his former team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and former HC Bruce Arians reacted to his retirement.

Moreover, Tom Brady said, “Teammate, friend, brother, just a few of the words that come to mind when I think of Gronk. Nobody has ever embodied the idea of ‘leaving it all out on the field’ like Rob has throughout his entire career. Every single snap, I knew that no matter how many people you put in front of him, he was going to get to his spot.”

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Gronk’s former HC, Bruce Arians, also tweeted.

This is what his now-former team, the Bucs had to say on his retirement.

Even Pat McAfee had great things to say about the 33-year-old.

Moreover, although Gronk retired early compared to his contemporaries; he won four Super Bowls. All had a common factor, Tom Brady.

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The Bucs TE retires with one of the most celebrated careers and is known as one of the most beloved teammates.