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2020 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@NO
Loss, 23-34
-----211-----3.10
2CAR
Win, 31-17
------------0.00
3@DEN
Win, 28-10
-----648-----10.80
4LAC
Win, 38-31
-----129-----3.90
5@CHI
Loss, 19-20
-----352-----8.20
6GB
Win, 38-10
-----5781----18.80
7@LV
Win, 45-20
-----5621----17.20
8@NYG
Win, 25-23
-----4411----14.10
9NO
Loss, 3-38
-----12-----1.20
10@CAR
Win, 46-23
-----2511----13.10
11LA
Loss, 24-27
-----225-----4.50
12KC
Loss, 24-27
-----6106-----16.60
13Bye  ------------0.00
14MIN
Win, 26-14
-----121----7.20
15@ATL
Win, 31-27
-----329-----5.90
16@DET
Win, 47-7
-----2582----19.80
17ATL
Win, 44-27
-----229-----4.90
2020 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@NO,
L 23-34
--11--3.10
2CAR,
W 31-17
-----0.00
3@DEN,
W 28-10
--48--10.80
4LAC,
W 38-31
--29--3.90
5@CHI,
L 19-20
--52--8.20
6GB,
W 38-10
--781-18.80
7@LV,
W 45-20
--621-17.20
8@NYG,
W 25-23
--411-14.10
9NO,
L 3-38
--2--1.20
10@CAR,
W 46-23
--511-13.10
11LA,
L 24-27
--25--4.50
12KC,
L 24-27
--106--16.60
13Bye-----0.00
14MIN,
W 26-14
--21-7.20
15@ATL,
W 31-27
--29--5.90
16@DET,
W 47-7
--582-19.80
17ATL,
W 44-27
--29--4.90
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News

  • Back in Tampa

    The Buccaneers and Gronkowski agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: A reunion between the two was the expected outcome this offseason as the Buccaneers attempt to keep as much of the Super Bowl LV champions intact as possible. Gronkowski will rejoin position mates Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard after posting a 45-623-7 line on 77 targets last season in his return from a one-year retirement.

    Published: Mon, Mar 15 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid candidate for '21 return

    Gronkowski, who played the 2020 season on a $10 million deal, is a strong candidate for a return to the Buccaneers next season if he's willing to continue his career, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The multi-time Pro Bowler ultimately proved to be an ideal fit in his return from a one-year retirement, unsurprisingly meshing well with Tom Brady while operating as a superior blocker for the running game. Gronkowski's 45-623-7 regular-season stat line paled in comparison to what he posted during his Patriots heyday, but that appeared to be largely a byproduct of working in more of a complementary role within a talent-laden pass-catching corps. Laine notes that working heavily in favor of a…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 3 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shines in Super Bowl win

    Gronkowski brought in six of seven targets for 67 yards and two touchdowns during the Buccaneers' 31-9 win over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV on Sunday.

    Analysis: Following a very quiet postseason, Gronkowski reemerged in the offense at precisely the right time, as he'd frequently done in Super Bowls past with the Patriots. The veteran tight end got loose several times downfield against Chiefs linebackers and safeties, notching eight- and 17-yard scoring receptions in the first half. With Sunday's tally, Gronkowski pushed his Super Bowl career catch total to 24, the most by any tight end in the history of the NFL's title game. Gronkowski played the 2020…read more

    Published: Sun, Feb 7 at 7:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Provides clutch catch in win

    Gronkowski secured his only target for 29 yards in the Buccaneers' 31-26 win over the Packers in Sunday's NFC Championship Game.

    Analysis: The 2020 season and postseason often have been an exercise in humility and sacrifice for Gronkowski, who's garnered nowhere near the same level of attention from Tom Brady as he once did during their New England days. Nevertheless, the chemistry the two once enjoyed still rears its head from time to time, and it did so Sunday on a crucial 29-yard grab just past the midway point of the fourth quarter that helped set up a critical Ryan Succop field goal after the Packers had closed within five…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 24 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to one catch in win

    Gronkowski secured one of five targets for 14 yards in the Buccaneers' 30-20 divisional-round win over the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gronkowski was disappointingly quiet for the second straight postseason contest, but his one catch Sunday moved the Buccaneers into position for what would turn out to be a game-sealing touchdown in the latter stages of the fourth quarter. Gronkowski's unremarkable last few games notwithstanding, the tight end's unquestionable level of rapport with Tom Brady always makes him an interesting dart throw for DFS formats, including in next Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Packers in…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 7:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Non-factor in playoff win

    Gronkowski failed to bring in his only target in the Buccaneers' 31-23 wild-card win over Washington on Saturday night.

    Analysis: Cameron Brate got all the glory in terms of the Buccaneers tight ends on a night when Tom Brady threw for 381 yards and a pair of touchdowns, generating a 4-80 line on six targets, Meanwhile, Gronkowski was surprisingly ignored for the majority of the contest, registering an even quieter performance than his 2-29 line in Week 17. Gronkowski bounced back from sub-par efforts on a couple of occasions this past regular season, and he'll try to do the same in a divisional-round matchup against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 6:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet finish to regular season

    Gronkowski brought in two of four targets for 29 yards in the Buccaneers' 44-27 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Despite Mike Evans suffering a knee injury in the first quarter that forced him to miss the rest of the contest, Gronkowski played only a minor role in the air attack eight days after touching up the Lions for a pair of touchdowns on as many catches. The veteran tight end's production frequently fluctuated during his 2020 return after a one-year retirement, with Gronkowski recording one or no receptions in four games but posting four or more catches in five others. The 31-year-old was a bit…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Maximizes opportunities in win

    Gronkowski brought in both of his targets for 58 yards and two touchdowns in the Buccaneers' 47-7 win over the Lions on Saturday.

    Analysis: Gronkowski made sure to make his scant opportunities count Saturday, catching touchdown passes of 33 and 25 yards from Tom Brady and Blaine Gabbert in the first and third quarters, respectively. The veteran tight end's seven scoring grabs on the season rank as his second-highest figure in a season since 2015, and arguably just as important, he continues to be blessed with excellent health in his return from a one-year sabbatical from the NFL. Gronkowski will look to make good use of one final…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inefficient with targets in win

    Gronkowski brought in three of seven targets for 29 yards in the Buccaneers' 31-27 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gronkowski tied Mike Evans and Antonio Brown for the team lead in targets, but a couple of off-target throws from Tom Brady helped contribute to the veteran tight end's sub-50-percent catch rate. Gronkowski's week-to-week fantasy outlook continues to have a bit of feast-or-famine quality to it due to the number of appealing targets available to Brady, and he's now recorded three or fewer catches in five of the last six contests. He'll look to exploit a favorable Week 16 matchup against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one catch count

    Gronkowski secured one of two targets for a two-yard touchdown in the Buccaneers' 26-14 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end couldn't come close to his season-best 106-yard outing against the Chiefs prior to the bye, but Gronkowski ensured his fantasy day wasn't a total dud with his two-yard scoring grab early in the third quarter. The 31-year-old's production continues to exhibit a fair amount of fluctuation on a weekly basis, with Sunday's line actually serving as Gronkowski's second one-catch, two-yard effort over the last five games. Naturally, he also has the talent to put together much…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 8:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Eclipses century mark in loss

    Gronkowski secured six of seven targets for 106 yards in the Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

    Analysis: The former Pro Bowler put together his first 100-yard effort since Week 14 of the 2018 season, with 29- and 48-yard grabs accounting for the majority of his tally on the afternoon. Gronkowski has repeatedly demonstrated he still has the wheels to beat downfield coverage this season, and Sunday's production was a welcome haul for fantasy managers after the veteran had posted a combined 5-78-1 line over the prior three games. Having busted out of that slump, Gronkowski will now need to carry over…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers in loss

    Gronkowski secured two of six targets for 25 yards in the Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Rams on Monday night.

    Analysis: Despite the fact the Rams defense has mostly been a shutdown unit against receivers all season, Gronkowski couldn't capitalize on what tied for his highest target tally over the last four games. The veteran tight end had built up some nice momentum in Weeks 5-8 with a combined 17-233-3 line on 26 targets over that span, and even though he's garnered a solid 15 looks subsequent to that stretch, Gronk has only parlayed them into five receptions for 78 yards and one score. He'll look to bounce…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 11

    Gronkowski will play in Monday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: Gronkowski sat out practice Friday for what likely was a routine rest day, and he's officially been cleared for Monday's primetime clash. The 31-year-old tight end took awhile to get rolling this season, but he's been impressive of late, recording 17 receptions for 234 yards and four touchdowns over the past five games.

    Published: Sat, Nov 21 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice

    Gronkowski did not participate in Friday's practice for a non-injury related reason, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gronkowski was a full participant at Thursday's practice, so this could potentially just be a routine day off. His status at Saturday's practice should bring more clarity to the situation. The veteran tight end hauled in two passes on three targets for 51 yards and a touchdown in last week's 46-23 victory over the Panthers.

    Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 8:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Maximizes catches in win

    Gronkowski secured two of three targets for 51 yards and a touchdown in the Buccaneers' 46-23 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end closed out the scoring on the afternoon with a seven-yard grab at the 4:24 mark of the fourth quarter. However, the highlight of Gronkowski's afternoon was arguably his earlier reception, when he carried multiple Panthers on his back en route to a 44-yard gain. Gronkowki's target share likely is going to fluctuate more than ever with Antonio Brown acclimating to the offense, but the 31-year-old Gronk could have an impact in a Week 11 Monday night matchup versus a Rams…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minuscule contributions in loss

    Gronkowski brought in one of six targets for two yards in the Buccaneers' 38-3 loss to the Saints on Sunday night.

    Analysis: In what was a nightmarish evening for the Buccaneers as a whole, Gronkowski put together his least productive performance since being blanked on one target against the Panthers back in Week 2. Gronkowski had recorded between three and five receptions in four straight games and caught a touchdown in three of them, so the downturn Sunday was particularly jarring. Antonio Brown did make his Bucs debut in the game as well, but it's worth noting that didn't lead to lack of opportunity for Gronkowski…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches another touchdown

    Gronkowski caught all four of his targets for 41 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 25-23 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Gronkowski hauled in a three-yard touchdown midway through the third quarter, giving him a score in three straight showings. With at least four receptions in each game over that span as well, the veteran is slowly becoming a bigger factor for the Bucs. While that's helped his stock lately, it'll be interesting to see how Tampa Bay's targets are divided once wideout Chris Godwin (finger) and new addition Antonio Brown join him among quarterback Tom Brady's bevy of options.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Monday

    Gronkowski (shoulder) has been cleared to play in Monday's matchup against against the Giants.

    Analysis: Gronkowski was limited in consecutive practices earlier in the week due to a shoulder issue, but he was able to practice fully Saturday en route to getting the green light for Monday's game. Barring any setbacks, look for the veteran tight end to take on his usual role with the team, one that could have him serve as important part of the game plan with Chris Godwin out and Antonio Brown not yet eligible to play.

    Published: Sat, Oct 31 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in Friday's practice

    Gronkowski (shoulder) remained limited Friday at practice, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gronkowski played through the same shoulder issue last week and caught five of eight targets for 62 yards and a touchdown in a 45-20 win over the Raiders. He's coming of three straight games with at least six targets and 52 yards, and there hasn't been any suggestion he's in real danger of missing Monday's matchup with the Giants.

    Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at Thursday's practice

    Gronkowski (shoulder) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: A shoulder issue has plagued Gronkowski for the past few weeks, but his snap count hasn't suffered, as he's logged at least 70 percent of the plays on offense in six of seven games this season. On top of that, he's found pay dirt in back-to-back games, combining for 10 catches (on 16 targets) for 140 yards and the pair of scores during that stretch. Assuming he continues to play through the injury Monday versus the Giants, Gronkowski could be in line for even more work with Chris Godwin…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Extra Week 8 opportunities on tap?

    Gronkowski could be set for an expanded role in Monday night's Week 8 game against the Giants with Chris Godwin (finger) ruled out for the contest.

    Analysis: Jenna Laine of ESPN.com confirms Godwin fractured his index finger on his fourth-quarter touchdown reception in Sunday's win over the Raiders and will be forced to miss Week 8 at minimum. Gronkowski has only generated a combined 4-82 line on 10 targets over the three prior games Godwin has missed this season with a concussion and a hamstring injury, but he's shown clear signs of being back to full football shape and having a firm grasp of coach Bruce Arians' offense of late. The multi-time Pro…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In end zone again Sunday

    Gronkowski brought in five of eight targets for 62 yards and a touchdown in the Buccaneers' 45-20 win over the Raiders on Sunday. He also fumbled once, but it was recovered by the offense.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end continued an upward trajectory that began in Week 3, posting five grabs, including a touchdown, on eight targets for the second consecutive contest. After bringing in just two of four targets for 11 yards over his first pair of contests, the 31-year-old has increasingly rounded into form with a 20-280-2 line over the subsequent five games. While Gronkowski's overall numbers are highly unlikely to match those of his heyday in New England due to the Buccaneers having so many…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to face Raiders

    Gronkowski (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Gronkowski opened the week with an absence from practice but upgraded to limited participation Thursday and a full session Friday. He had his best game of the season in last week's 38-10 win over the Packers, and he's averaging six targets over his past four games.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice in limited fashion

    Gronkowski (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: As anticipated, Gronkowski was back at practice after he sat out Wednesday's session due to the shoulder issue. Prior to that session, coach Bruce Arians characterized Gronkowski's absence as a veteran's day off, so the Buccaneers don't seem to harbor any real concern about the tight end's status for Sunday's game in Las Vegas. The Buccaneers will wait and see if Gronkowski is able to upgrade to full participation Friday before determining whether he'll carry a designation into the weekend.

    Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice with shoulder issue

    Gronkowski was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's injury report due to a shoulder injury.

    Analysis: Earlier Wednesday, coach Bruce Arians told Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site that Gronkowski was slated for a veteran's day off, but the tight end instead has an injury attached to his name. Gronkowski will look to get in some reps by the end of the week, but Arians' comments seem to imply the 31-year-old will be OK for Sunday's game at Las Vegas.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets day off

    Coach Bruce Arians said Gronkowski will sit out Wednesday's practice in what amounts to a veteran's day off, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Any practice absence from a player of Gronkowski's caliber is always newsworthy, but this report seemingly allays any injury-related concerns. The multi-time Pro Bowler has seemingly started to hit his stride in Arians' offense, with Gronkowski amassing a 15-207-1 line over his last four games.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first TD of season

    Gronkowski caught five of eight targets for 78 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-10 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: The 78 receiving yards were not only a season high for the veteran tight end, it led the team on a day when the Bucs' defense dominated the opposition, while Gronkowski's 12-yard TD catch right before halftime was his first in a Tampa Bay uniform. While it's worth noting that Gronk's best performance of the year came when both Mike Evans and Chris Godwin were in the lineup, Evans only saw two targets and the team didn't pass the ball much in the second half. If Tampa's Week 7 road trip to Las…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 8:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to rock

    Gronkowski (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Green Bay, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: There was never any suggestion of Gronkowski's game status being in jeopardy. He upgraded to full practice participation Friday, setting him up for his usual role in a battle of NFC heavyweights. Gronkowski started the season slow, but he's played 80 percent or more of snaps in three straight games, averaging 3.3 catches for 43 yards on 5.3 targets in that stretch.

    Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reps capped in practice

    Gronkowski (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Tampa Bay is managing Gronkowski's reps carefully this week while he manages a shoulder injury, as he's now been limited in back-to-back workouts. So long as he upgrades to full activity Friday, Gronkowski should enter Sunday's game against the Packers minus an injury designation. Gronkowski has yet to reach the end zone this season, but the Buccaneers have freed him up for more receiving work of late after he served mainly as a blocking specialist in the team's first two contests. Over the…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice Wednesday

    Gronkowski (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Gronkowski was listed as a limited participant in both of the Buccaneers' first two practices of Week 5 before upgrading to full participation in the final session and then suiting up in team's 20-19 loss to the Bears. With no news coming out of that contest indicating Gronkowski aggravated the shoulder injury, the Buccaneers are likely just managing his reps to begin Week 6. With O.J. Howard (Achilles) out for the season, and all of Mike Evans (ankle), Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Scotty…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid in Week 5 loss

    Gronkowski (shoulder) secured three of six targets for 52 yards in the Buccaneers' 20-19 loss to the Bears on Thursday night.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end looked like his old self on a 23-yard catch-and-run play in the fourth quarter, even as he appeared to come up a bit gimpy after the grab. However, Gronkowski was unable to corral a key third-down pass that was a bit behind him on the Buccaneers' final drive, a possession that ended on downs on an incompletion to Cameron Brate on the next play. Gronkowski has shown some signs of life over the last three games after a very lackluster first pair of contests, securing 10 of…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 9:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Thursday

    Gronkowski (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game in Chicago.

    Analysis: Gronkowski was listed as a limited participant on the Buccaneers' first two practice reports of the week before advancing to full activity Wednesday, clearing the way for him to suit up Week 5. The Buccaneers' tight end group endured the loss of O.J. Howard to a season-ending ruptured Achilles' tendon Week 4, while the receiving corps will be without Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Justin Watson (chest). As a result, added targets could be available for Gronkowski and Cameron Brate, who steps in…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Tuesday

    Gronkowski (shoulder) was limited at Tuesday's practice, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: Gronkowski hasn't looked like himself through four games, accounting for just one catch of greater than 20 yards, 6.3 YPT and no touchdowns on 14 targets. More looks could be on tap due to the banged-up nature of the Bucs' receiving corps and the fact fellow tight end O.J. Howard suffered a season-ending ruptured Achilles this past Sunday. That said, Gronkowski will look to rid himself of injury by the time Thursday's game at Chicago kicks off.

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited Monday

    Gronkowski (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant in Monday's walk-through practice, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: The Bucs' initial injury report of the week was lengthy, but in the case of Gronkowski, we'll operate under the assumption that his listed limitations were maintenance-related. If that's indeed the case, the tight end seems destined for more pass-catching opportunities, beginning Thursday against the Bears, in the wake of teammate O.J. Howard having suffered a major Achilles' injury Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One reception in win

    Gronkowski secured one of three targets for 29 yards in the Buccaneers' 38-31 win over the Chargers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gronkowski once again was firmly down the list in terms of targets, as his relatively underwhelming start to the season carried over into a fourth game Sunday. The former Patriot legend's profile in the offense appeared to be on the rise after a season-high six-catch tally Week 3, but he was back down to a minor role Sunday despite gaining impressive yardage on his one reception, a contested fourth-quarter grab down the seam that highlighted the veteran's legendary athleticism. However, the…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should retain big snap share

    Coach Bruce Arians said Wednesday that he expects Gronkowski to continue handling somewhere close to the 92 percent offensive snap share he managed in the Buccaneers' Week 3 win over the Broncos, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Gronkowski played 77 and 69 percent of snaps in the first two games of the season, so his 90-plus percent snap share Week 3 represented a significant jump. The veteran tight end continued to see heavy use as a blocker, but he also emerged in the passing game with six catches for 48 yards on seven targets after having drawn only three looks combined over the first two weeks. With Chris Godwin (hamstring) in danger of missing the next two games and Scotty Miller (hip) and Justin Watson (shoulder)…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Emerges in offense during win

    Gronkowski secured six of seven targets for 48 yards in the Buccaneers' 28-10 win over the Broncos on Sunday.

    Analysis: After two forgettable weeks to start the campaign, Gronkowski finished with the team lead in receptions and targets for the contest. The perennial Pro Bowler appeared to be moving well on his routes, bearing resemblance to the early career version of himself that was utterly dominant at his position for multiple seasons. It's reasonable to expect that Gronkowski was going to have even more of an acclimation period than Tom Brady in their new Tampa Bay digs given that Gronk was also getting back…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Blanked in Week 2 win

    Gronkowski failed to bring in his only target in the Buccaneers' 31-17 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: The multi-time Pro Bowler has not looked the part over the first two games of his NFL return after a one-year sabbatical. Gronk's legendary rapport with future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady has yet to materialize; in fact, the tight end was the intended target Sunday on Brady's lone interception. Gronkowski's fantasy dud was made all the more galling by the fact receiver Chris Godwin (concussion) was sidelined for the contest, which could have seemingly set up the former for a significant…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in Bucs debut

    Gronkowski caught two of three targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 34-23 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: The 31-year-old supposedly looked rejuvenated in camp after taking the 2019 season off, but Gronkowski didn't make much impact in his Tampa debut. In fact, it was O.J. Howard, and not Gronk, who hauled in Tom Brady's first TD pass as a Buccaneer. With a deep TE group that also includes Cameron Brate all jockeying for snaps, there may not be many opportunities for Gronkowski in the early going until he's fully up to speed on his new playbook.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 5:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wowing with athleticism

    Gronkowski seems to have greatly benefited from taking last season off and has been consistently making plays throughout early padded practices, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports. "No similarities at all [to 2018 Gronkowski]," said coach Bruce Arians on Thursday. "He looks like he was five or six years ago, before all the injuries. The back surgeries have healed, so he's had a year of healing. He looks to me like he was five or six years ago."

    Analysis: Gronkowski frequently seemed a sluggish shadow of his former self during his last Patriots campaign in 2018, a year when he missed three games and finished with a 47-682-3 line. His elite athleticism helped him get by that season to an extent, but the Buccaneers appear to have acquired an early-career version of Gronk if early camp practices are any indication, with the 10-year pro frequently getting downfield and making catches in traffic with ease. Gronkowski concedes the defense was moving…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 21 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears to not have missed a beat

    Gronkowski has impressed in early camp practices with his athleticism and seemingly unchanged rapport with quarterback Tom Brady, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The perennial Pro-Bowl tight end seems to have gotten through his year off from the NFL with his extensive skill set unscathed, and he's been standing out since the Buccaneers hit the field last week. The legendary chemistry between Brady and Gronkowski also is evident, as the two have connected for several completions inside very small passing windows on multiple occasions, including on a nifty back-corner touchdown toss in Monday's first padded practice. Vitali separately reports Gronkowski…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 17 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Working out with new teammates

    Gronkowski was one of approximately a dozen Buccaneers players to participate in a workout at Berkeley Preparatory School on Tuesday, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: Gronkowski's long-time teammate in New England, Tom Brady, has regularly convened a group of Bucs players at the school for the last several weeks, a practice that continues despite concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The prolific tight end began participating in the sessions over a week ago and has been among a collection of skill position players that also includes Mike Evans and Chris Godwin running a full array of pass routes. Despite the presence of accomplished incumbents O.J.…read more

    Published: Tue, Jun 23 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Move to Bucs official

    Gronkowski passed a physical, making his trade from New England to Tampa Bay official, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: As expected, the last hurdle has been completed in the transaction. Gronkowski comes out of retirement to join forces with Tom Brady once again, from whom he caught 78 touchdowns in nine seasons while with the Patriots. The Buccaneers' tight end room now is jam-packed, as Gronkowski get added to a group that already includes O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate, among others. Considering his rapport with Brady, Gronkowski immediately vaults up the ranks of fantasy TEs, but the soon-to-be 31-year-old…read more

    Published: Tue, Apr 21 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expects to pass physical

    Gronkowski has already taken a physical in Boston, and while he's awaiting the official results, the tight end reportedly feels that he'll pass it "with flying colors," Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Assuming no unexpected snags with his physical, the deal sending Gronkowski and a seventh-round draft pick to the Buccaneers in exchange for a fourth-rounder will soon become official. Once it is, he'll join a tight end corps that already includes O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate, though even prior to Tuesday's news, there were rumors about Howard potentially being on the move. Gronkowski, who turns 31 next month, last played in the NFL in 2018, but the year away from the game could well benefit…read more

    Published: Tue, Apr 21 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Onward to Tampa Bay

    The Patriots have agreed to trade Gronkowski and a seventh-round pick to the Buccaneers for a fourth-round selection, pending a physical, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Gronkowski to Tampa Bay went from rumor to reality quickly. According to Jay Glazer of Fox Sports, Gronkowski informed him that he's already taken a physical with the Buccaneers, meaning this deal may be official in short order. Gronkowski will rejoin former teammate Tom Brady to provide another threat to an offense that was explosive before his arrival.

    Published: Tue, Apr 21 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be traded to Tampa Bay

    The Patriots and Buccaneers have reportedly been discussing a possible trade involving Gronkowski, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

    Analysis: Though Gronkowski is currently retired, the Patriots hold his playing rights. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the tight end has been putting on weight with an eye toward returning to the NFL, specifically in order to play with QB Tom Brady in Tampa Bay. Rapoport adds that a deal could potentially happen before Thursday's draft.

    Published: Tue, Apr 21 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Open to playing again

    Gronkowski said "you never know" when he was asked about coming out of retirement on TSN.ca relays via Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. "I'm feeling good right now," Gronkowski said. "I'm happy where I'm at, and you just never know, man... I'm not totally done. I like to stay in shape, but I've got to get that feeling back."

    Analysis: Gronkowski hasn't directly addressed rumors that he might emerge from retirement to join Tom Brady in Tampa Bay, but the 30-year-old did acknowledge that he could resume playing football at some point. On the other hand, Gronkowski has stayed busy since he left the Patriots after the 2018 campaign, with his recent work including a WWE 24/7 championship belt. Meanwhile, Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard has also been the subject of rumors, with Michael Lombardi of The Athletic (via Greg Auman)…read more

    Published: Tue, Apr 21 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Door closed on 2019 return

    Gronkowski is not eligible to return to action this season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: This expected outcome became official Saturday afternoon, at which time the deadline for Gronkowski's potential reinstatement in 2019 passed. Per the report, the tight end will next be eligible to consider resuming his playing career following the Super Bowl. With that, Ben Watson and Matt LaCosse will continue to head the Patriots' tight end corps.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not planning to play in 2019

    Gronkowski said Tuesday that he has no plans to play football in 2019, but he hasn't ruled out a return to the NFL at some point in the future, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. "I wouldn't say never coming back,'" Gronkowski said. "I'm 30 years old. I'm young. I still stay fit, still watch the game whenever I can, still enjoy it. I'm feeling good, but you know, one year off could possibly be the case. Or maybe two years off."

    Analysis: Gronkowski announced his retirement in March, but given his relative youth and the fact that he was still playing at a high level in 2018, rumors have popped up intermittently in the ensuing months that he could resume his career. If the tight end intended to play in 2019, Reiss notes that Gronkowski would have to inform the NFL by Nov. 30, making it fairly safe to conclude that he'll be taking the entire season off. Expect more rumors regarding Gronkowski's plans for 2020 to surface throughout…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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