Fantasy Player Profile Rob Gronkowski
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| 2 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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| 16 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Not expected to play in 2022
The Buccaneers aren't counting on Gronkowski resuming his playing career in 2022 after the tight end previously announced his second retirement in June, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Shortly after signing Tom Brady following the 2019 season, the Buccaneers were able to talk Gronkowski into ending his first retirement, but the organization doesn't believe that its front office or Brady will be able to convince the 33-year-old tight end to explore a late-season return to the team. At this point, the Buccaneers are proceeding as though Gronkowski has moved on from football, so any potential return in 2022 might need to be initiated by the five-time Pro Bowler. With Gronkowski…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 6:44am by Rotowire.com
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No plans to play this year
Gronkowski reiterated Tuesday that he has no plans to resume his playing career, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The star tight end -- who played the last two seasons with Tampa Bay -- announced his retirement as an NFL player last month, and at this time the 33-year-old isn't inclined to reconsider that decision, noting Tuesday, "I'm done with football." When asked if he might change his stance if long-time teammate and QB Tom Brady called and asked him to return to the Buccaneers in the coming months, Gronkowski replied, "I would answer, obviously, the greatest quarterback of all time. Ask him how he's…read more
Published: Thu, Jul 14 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Retires from NFL
Gronkowski announced his retirement Tuesday, NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports.
Analysis: After missing the 2019 season, Gronkowski reunited with Tom Brady in Tampa Bay and totaled 100 receptions for 1,425 yards and 13 touchdowns during his final two campaigns. He contemplated returning for another year, but he's opted to hang up the cleats. The superstar tight end won four Super Bowls during his 11-year career and will likely be a future first ballot Hall of Famer.
Published: Tue, Jun 21 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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Bucs reportedly remain optimistic
Though Gronkowski remains a free agent, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times suggests that the Buccaneers are optimistic the tight end will re-sign with the team sometime before training camp.
Analysis: In any case, while Gronkowski's NFL future is on hold, he won't be a part of Tampa Bay's full squad workouts June 7-9. For now, the team's tight end corps remains headed by Cameron Brate, and while the Bucs doubled down in April's draft by taking Cade Otton (106th overall) and Ko Kieft (218th overall), if Gronkowski does return to the mix, he'd reclaim his role as the team's top pass catcher at the position and remain on the fantasy radar, given his well established rapport with QB Tom Brady.…read more
Published: Sun, Jun 5 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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Playing status TBD
At this stage, Gronkowski isn't ready to commit to playing this coming season, ESPN.com and NFL.com relay.
Analysis: There's been plenty of speculation regarding Gronkowski's playing status since QB Tom Brady unretired, but for now the 32-year-old continues to mull his options ahead of the 2022 season. As the NFL Draft approaches, Tampa Bay's top tight end option is Cameron Brate, with Codey McElroy also under contract with the team. In any case, the Buccaneers will no doubt add depth at the position, but GM Jason Licht has made it clear that Gronkowski, an unrestricted free agent, would be welcomed back…read more
Published: Tue, Apr 5 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Could re-join Bucs
Gronkowski remains a candidate to return to the Buccaneers, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: In the wake of QB Tom Brady's retirement, which turned out to be temporary, there was speculation that Gronkowski -- a Western New York native -- might consider signing with the Bills. Since then, however, Brady unretired, and Buffalo signed O.J. Howard, who spent the first five seasons of his career in Tampa Bay. For now, the Bucs' top tight end option is Cameron Brate, but Greg Auman of The Athletic relays that Gronkowski has suggested that there's "a very good chance" he'll be back with the…read more
Published: Thu, Mar 24 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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Could be on Bills' radar
The Bills are open to the possibility of signing Gronkowski this offseason, Tim Graham of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The report notes that Gronkowski and the Bills spoke last spring, but the tight end ultimately stayed with Tampa Bay on a one-year deal to continue playing with quarterback Tom Brady. Now that Brady has retired, Graham suggests that the Western New York native may be willing to finish his career with his hometown team. If the interest is mutual and Gronkowski joins the Bills ahead of his age-33 season, he could be part of a timeshare at tight end with Dawson Knox, who produced a 49-587-9…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 2 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Could return to Tampa sans Brady?
Gronkowski said he'd consider returning to the Buccaneers even if QB Tom Brady were to retire, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: While he's more likely to stick around if Brady does the same, Gronkowski wasn't ready to rule out any offseason possibilities when he met with the media Monday morning, less than 24 hours after a 30-27 loss to the Rams. The veteran QB and TE figure to take at least a few weeks before making any decisions, and it's a safe bet they'll talk with each other even if they end up making different plans for the future. Brady is signed with Tampa through 2022, while Gronkowski will become a free agent…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 24 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Good use of four catches
Gronkowski secured four of 11 targets for 85 yards during the Buccaneers' 30-27 loss to the Rams in their NFC divisional-round matchup Sunday.
Analysis: Tom Brady had trouble connecting downfield consistently against an aggressive Rams defense, which was reflected in Gronkowski's sub-par catch rate. Brady's one interception even came on a pass intended for his long-time teammate, but Gronkowski also delivered an impressive 42-yard reception with just over five minutes remaining in the third quarter to set up a Ryan Succop field goal. Gronkowski's yardage total checked in second on the afternoon for the Buccaneers and was his third of greater…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 23 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in win
Gronkowski brought in five of seven targets for 31 yards and a touchdown during the Buccaneers' 31-15 win over the Eagles in an NFC wild-card matchup Sunday.
Analysis: Gronkowski drew even with the returning Giovani Bernard for second on the team in receptions on the afternoon and recorded a two-yard scoring grab midway through the third quarter to extend the Buccaneers' lead to 24-0 at the time. The veteran tight end should have a chance to remain as heavily involved as he was Sunday, at minimum, for the duration of the postseason considering the short-handed state of the team's pass-catching corps. Gronkowski's next opportunity to build on a prolific…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 16 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Spectacular effort in finale
Gronkowski secured seven of 10 targets for 137 yards in the Buccaneers' 41-17 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Gronkowski paced the Buccaneers in receptions, receiving yards and targets while posting his second straight 100-yard effort to close out the campaign. The legendary tight end takes on even more importance to Tom Brady with Antonio Brown no longer on the roster, and he figures to play a prominent role once again in next weekend's wild-card game against an Eagles team he didn't get to face due to injury back in Week 6.
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 5:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in win
Gronkowski secured seven of 10 targets for 115 yards in the Buccaneers' 28-24 win over the Jets on Sunday.
Analysis: Facing a defense that had been generous to tight ends all season long, Gronkowski capitalized with his second-best yardage total of the season and second 100-yard effort as well. The veteran tight end's reemergence was very timely for fantasy managers after he'd posted a combined 3-52 line on 13 targets over the last two games. Given Antonio Brown's pending release after he abruptly left the sideline mid-game Sunday, Gronkowski could be in for another sizeable role in the Week 18 finale against…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet performance despite absences
Gronkowski secured one of two targets for 23 yards in the Buccaneers' 32-6 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: The prospect of Gronkowski seeing only a pair of looks in a game the Buccaneers played without their top two receivers and a prolific pass-catching back was highly improbable coming in, but that's precisely what transpired. Gronkowski checked in a distant fourth in targets overall for his second consecutive underwhelming performance. Nevertheless, with Chris Godwin and Leonard Fournette both on injured reserve with knee and hamstring injuries, respectively, Gronkowski figures to have a good…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Blanketed in coverage
Gronkowski caught just two of his 11 targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 9-0 loss to New Orleans.
Analysis: The Buccaneers lost wideouts Mike Evans (hamstring) and Chris Godwin (knee) in the first half, leaving Gronkowski as Tom Brady's top receiving option for the rest of the contest. The Saints took advantage of this knowledge, focusing its defensive focus on the tight end and limiting his second-half production to just one catch (nine targets) for 10 yards. Gronk may be asked to shoulder the receiving load again if Evans and Godwin are unable to go against the Panthers next Sunday, with his…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Five receptions in win
Gronkowski secured five of nine targets for 62 yards in the Buccaneers' 33-27 overtime win over the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: Gronkowski was third behind on the team Chris Godwin and Mike Evans in receptions and receiving yards, and he checked in second in targets behind Godwin's 15. The veteran tight end has no fewer than four receptions in any non-injury-shortened game this season and has logged at least eight targets in four consecutive contests, sending him into a Week 15 Sunday night divisional clash versus the Saints with plenty of momentum.
Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 7:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Pair of scores in win
Gronkowski secured four of eight targets for 58 yards and two touchdowns in the Buccaneers' 30-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: Gronkowski's first two receptions went for scores, with the legendary tight end finding the end zone from 27 and 11 yards out. Gronkowski is now up to six touchdown receptions on the campaign, leaving him with plenty of opportunities to eclipse the eight he garnered with the Patriots in 2017, which is currently his best total of the last five seasons. The big tight end should continue to see an uptick in targets for the duration of Antonio Brown's suspension, and he could have a particularly…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Explodes for vintage performance
Gronkowski secured seven of 10 targets for 123 yards in the Buccaneers' 38-31 win over the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: With the Colts' having a well earned reputation of limiting wide receiver production, Gronkowski was focused on early and often by Tom Brady to the tune of a team-high number of targets. Gronkowski made good use of his opportunities, setting the pace in receiving yards by a wide margin on the afternoon. The yardage and targets were also season-best figures for the veteran tight end, who's produced a 13-204-0 line on 18 targets in his first two full games back from rib and back injuries.…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes six grabs in return
Gronkowski caught six of eight targets for 71 yards in Monday night's 30-10 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Gronkowski, making just his second appearance since Week 3, went for a game-long gain of 35 yards in the first half. Besides that outburst, he helped long-time quarterback Tom Brady move the chains with a handful of other grabs, posting his highest yardage total of the campaign. Even though he didn't score a touchdown, keeping him at four through five games, the tight end should be encouraged by his return to action and will strive to build on Monday's performance in Week 12 versus the Colts.
Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 8:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Back in action Monday
Gronkowski (back) is listed as active Monday against the Giants.
Analysis: In the midst of an injury-plagued season, Gronkowski's most recent health concern is back spasms, which limited him to five snaps in Week 8 and inactive status in the Bucs' last game. He was able to practice in full Thursday and Friday, but on Saturday's injury report he was listed as a non-participant with a "back, not-injury related - resting player" designation. It appears the DNP was intended to keep Gronkowski as fresh as possible, and Adam Schefter of ESPN reported earlier Monday that the…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending in right direction
Gronkowski (back), who is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Giants, is expected to be available to play so long as he avoids any pregame setbacks, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Prior to sitting out Saturday's practice, Gronkowski had managed two sessions without any restrictions, which reinforces the notion that he's on the right track to play after sitting out five of the Buccaneers' previous six games. That said, a final word on Gronkowski's status likely won't be announced until Tampa Bay releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to Monday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. Given the time that he's missed, Gronkowski could be subject to a more limited snap count than usual…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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Seems on track to play
The Buccaneers seem optimistic Gronkowski (back) will return for Monday's game against the Giants, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski was a full practice participant Thursday and Friday before sitting out Saturday and being listed as questionable on the final injury report. It seems the absence was planned -- rather than indicative of a setback -- but fantasy managers will still want to check in when the Bucs release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes before the 8:20 EST kickoff Monday night. If Gronkowski can't go, the team will lean on Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard at tight end again.
Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice, questionable
Gronkowski (back) did not practice Saturday and is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: Gronkowski was a full participant for both Thursday's and Friday's practices, so it's hard not to look at this designation as anything but a setback for the veteran tight end. Coach Bruce Arians was coy in his post-practice presser, suggesting a "number" of players for the Buccaneers would be game-time decisions, which seems like an ominous message considering the news of Gronkowski's practice status had not yet been revealed. More information will hopefully become available prior to the 8:15…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 20 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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Arrow pointing up
Gronkowski (back) was a full participant in Friday's practice, with both he and coach Bruce Arians saying the "arrow is pointing up" for the tight end to play in Monday's game against the Giants, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: It certainly would be unusual for a player to miss a game after back-to-back full practices without a setback. Still, fantasy managers should keep an eye out this weekend in case the Bucs give Gronkowski a game designation on their final injury report Saturday afternoon. The extra caution does make sense, given his age, injury history and the recent failed attempt at returning from a rib/lung injury (he played six snaps Week 8 against New Orleans before exiting with back spasms). If he does…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Turns in full practice
Gronkowski (back) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: While tending to cracked and fractured ribs and a punctured lung, and more recently, a bout with back spasms, Gronkowski has missed five of the Buccaneers' last six games and played only five snaps in the lone contest in which he suited up. The future Hall of Fame tight end finally looks to be healthier heading into a Week 11 matchup with the Giants, as he took every rep in practice for the first time since late September. Assuming he doesn't experience any setbacks in practice the next two…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play this week
Gronkowski (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Washington, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: A Week 9 bye didn't give the veteran tight end enough time to get healthy after his return to the lineup Week 8 quickly ended with a bout of back spasms. Gronkowski now is set to miss his fifth game of the season, leaving Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard in a timeshare again. Neither has been consistent in terms of targets or production, even in the games Gronk has missed.
Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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DNP on Thursday
Gronkowski (back) didn't participate in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: While he didn't mix into individual or team drills, Gronkowski was spotted running on a side field with team trainers for a second consecutive session. The lack of activity may indicate he's set to miss his fifth game of the season, but fortunately the tight end has one more chance Friday to put himself into a position to play after the Buccaneers' Week 9 bye. If Gronkowski is unable to suit up Sunday in Washington, Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard will man tight end for Tampa Bay.
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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No practice activity Thursday
Gronkowski (back) didn't take part in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to the media and was running off to the side under the supervision of trainers, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's report after he was able to perform only mobility work off to the side, so he'll presumably be listed the same way Thursday. The back-to-back DNPs are an early sign that he's not on track to play this weekend in Washington, but don't expect head coach Bruce Arians to formally rule Gronkowski out until after the team's final practice of the week Friday. If Gronkowski is sidelined for the fifth game of the season, O.J. Howard and Cameron…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing, but running
Gronkowski (back) didn't practice Wednesday, but he was able to run and jog off to the side, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: Greg Auman of The Athletic adds that Gronkowski did much more work than Antonio Brown (ankle) but wasn't wearing any pads. The tight end returned from his rib/lung injury Week 8 against the Saints, but he then left in the first quarter with back spasms and apparently is still dealing with the issue after a Week 9 bye. Given his age and history of back injuries, Gronkowski might be a bit more inclined toward patience this time around. However, he hasn't been ruled out, and he at least seems to…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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Present for Tuesday's practice
Gronkowski (back) was spotted at the portion of Tuesday's practice that was open to the media, but wasn't doing much other than tossing a football around, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: The Buccaneers won't release their first Week 10 injury report until Wednesday, but the team is holding a workout Tuesday after spending the past week on bye. The open date in the schedule provided additional time for Gronkowski to recover from the back spasms that limited him to just five snaps in his last appearance Oct. 31 against the Saints, but the future Hall of Famer still can't be considered a safe bet to play this weekend in Washington. Gronkowski's presence at Tuesday's practice is a…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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Looking uncertain for Week 10
Coach Bruce Arians said Monday that he's not sure whether Gronkowski (back) will be available for Sunday's game against Washington, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski is coming off a bye, but it looks like he's still troubled enough by back spasms to make his availability unclear. At least a bit more clarity regarding the veteran tight end's status should be available by the time Wednesday's first official injury report of the week is posted. If Gronkowski is unable to suit up at Washington, O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate will operate as Tampa Bay's top tight ends.
Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with back spasms
Gronkowski has been ruled out of Sunday's game at New Orleans due to back spasms, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski was making his first appearance Sunday since Week 3, when he suffered cracked and broken ribs and a punctured lung. He now is dealing with a new health concern, emerging from Week 8 with no catches on just one target. In Gronkowski's absence, O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate again are Tampa Bay's available tight ends.
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 8
Gronkowski (ribs) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: There was a healthy amount of optimism Gronkowski would be able to make his return from a four-game absence against New Orleans for Sunday's important divisional clash, and that has now been validated. Although Gronkowski's active status certainly is welcome news for both the Bucs and fantasy managers, it's worth noting that Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports the veteran could be on a more truncated snap count than usual, with O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate available to spell him…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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On track to play
Gronkowski (ribs), who is listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday against the Saints but may be used on a situational basis, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: After missing the Bucs' last four contests with rib and lung injuries, Gronkowski is being treated as a game-time call leading up to the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but he looks like he'll be able to suit up if he experiences no setbacks during warmups. However, based on Stroud's report, don't expect Gronkowski to take on the 80-plus-percent snap shares he enjoyed when he was healthy during the first two weeks of the season. Stroud speculates that Gronkowski will remain a factor in the red zone and…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 10:00am by Rotowire.com
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Game-time decision Sunday
Gronkowski (ribs) is viewed as a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Saints, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Rapoport suggests that Gronkowski -- who last suited up Sept. 26 -- will likely work out before the contest to be sure he's ready to go, but the Buccaneers reportedly have some optimism about the tight end suiting up following a four-game absence. Official confirmation of Gronkowski's status will arrive once the Buccaneers release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 4:52am by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable on final report
Gronkowski (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in New Orleans, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Bucs listed Gronkowski as a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday, after coach Bruce Arians said Monday that he was hopeful for a return this week. Arians didn't comment on his expectations for Gronkowski at the end of the week, but it's possible there's some form of update before Sunday. The Bucs and Saints are scheduled for a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, with O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate on hand to fill in at tight end if Gronkowski misses another week.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Bumps up to all activity
Gronkowski (ribs) practiced in full Thursday.
Analysis: It wouldn't have surprised if Gronkowski eased into his return to practice this week -- i.e. remain limited Wednesday through Friday -- due to the serious injuries he suffered back in Week 3. But the veteran tight end followed up Wednesday's capped session with an uninhibited showing one day later, setting himself up for a return Sunday at New Orleans. As for the rest of the position group, fellow tight end O.J. Howard (ankle) again was limited Thursday, while Cameron Brate continues to avoid…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in return to practice
Gronkowski (ribs) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski got back on the practice field for the first time since he suffered cracked and fractured ribs and a punctured lung Week 3. Head coach Bruce Arians expressed hope Monday that Gronkowski will be able to return for Sunday's visit to New Orleans, and he's setting himself up to do just that with Wednesday's appearance at practice. Still, Gronkowski's status should be monitored closely Thursday and Friday, as the Buccaneers could give him a maintenance day as he gets back into the swing…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Gronkowski (ribs) returned to practice Wednesday, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: While the extent of his participation remains to be seen, Gronkowski's return to the field in any capacity is a big step in the right direction after four consecutive missed games due to a punctured lung and fractured and cracked ribs. The Bucs don't have much reason to rush Gronkowski back into action after a serious injury, but they'll want him out there Sunday in New Orleans if he's truly healthy. Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard both have been fairly quiet while forming a tight-end committee…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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Hopeful for Week 8
Coach Bruce Arians said Monday that he's hopeful Gronkowski (ribs) will be back on the field for Sunday's game against the Saints, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski has missed four straight games due to a punctured lung and fractured ribs, but it looks like he's making tangible progress in his recovery. The Buccaneers will go on bye after Sunday's road matchup against the Saints, so the team could always still opt to give Gronkowski extra rest and wait until Nov. 14 at Washington to have him retake the field.
Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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Out another week
Gronkowski (ribs) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski will miss a fourth straight game, and at this point, it would be somewhat surprising if the Bucs brought him back for Week 8 against Washington, their final contest before a Week 9 bye. However, Gronkowski has only been ruled out for Week 7 at the moment, leaving O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate to continue splitting work at tight end.
Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice Friday
Gronkowski (ribs) wasn't spotted on the field during the portion of Friday's practice that was open to the media, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski has yet to practice this week while recovering from a punctured lung and cracked and fractured ribs. The 32-year-old seems unlikely to be available for Sunday's matchup with the Bears, which would mark his fourth consecutive absence.
Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 8:20am by Rotowire.com
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No practice Thursday
Gronkowski (ribs) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Prior to the session, Gronkowski was spotted running while speed and conditioning coach Roger Kingdom and team trainer Bobby Slater looked on, per Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. It's unclear where Gronkowski stands in his recovery from cracked and fractured ribs and a punctured lung that he sustained back in Week 3, but he hasn't yet reached the stage where even individual drills are on the table. There's a good chance he's ruled out on the Buccaneers' final Week 7 injury report, which…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing yet
Gronkowski (ribs) was unable to practice Wednesday.
Analysis: There's no telling when Gronkowski will be given clearance to practice again after suffering cracked and fractured ribs and a punctured lung back in Week 3, but he'll have two more chances to get back on the field in advance of Sunday's game against the Bears. The Buccaneers have a Week 9 bye in the near future, so the team may have aspirations of getting the tight end back in the fold for the second half of the season considering the nature of his injuries. O.J. Howard (ankle) also didn't…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Thursday night
Gronkowski (ribs) has been ruled out for Thursday's game in Philadelphia, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: With Gronkowski out for a third straight game, Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard are likely to continue rotating at tight end. Gronkowski hasn't practiced for three weeks since suffering multiple internal injuries, but the Bucs haven't ruled him out beyond Week 6. He'll now have some extra time to recover before Tampa's next game Oct. 24 against the Bears.
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to miss another game
Gronkowski (ribs) isn't expected to play Thursday against the Eagles, Jordan Schultz of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Tampa Bay will provide an official Week 6 injury designation for Gronkowski at the conclusion of Wednesday's practice, but after the tight end was listed as a non-participant on the first two injury reports of the week, his expected absence for a third consecutive game isn't a major surprise. While Schultz notes that Gronkowski has made "steady progress" since suffering cracked and fractured ribs and a punctured lung in the Bucs' Sept. 26 loss to the Rams, the 32-year-old doesn't look like…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 6:43am by Rotowire.com
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No practice reps Tuesday
Gronkowski (ribs) didn't participate in Tuesday's practice, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: According to Jenna Laine of ESPN.com, head coach Bruce Arians said Tuesday that he's encouraged by the progress Gronkowski has made in his recovery from the injury to his ribs that he sustained Week 3, but the Buccaneers won't decide whether the tight end will travel to Philadelphia for Thursday's game against the Eagles until after Wednesday's practice. Despite Arians' optimism, Gronkowski hasn't taken a tangible step forward in terms of on-field activity since suffering the injury -- he's now…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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DNP on first Week 5 report
Gronkowski (ribs) was listed as a non-participant Monday on the Buccaneers' estimated practice report, Carmen Vitali of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski has missed the Buccaneers' last two games with four cracked ribs, a broken rib and a punctured lung, and though he has yet to return to the practice field since suffering the injury Week 3, the tight end isn't being ruled out from playing Thursday against the Eagles. Per Greg Auman of The Athletic, head coach Bruce Arians said Gronkowski will be a "very close" call for Thursday, with the 32-year-old's availability for the contest likely hinging on what he's able to do in practices…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially ruled out
Gronkowski (ribs) won't play in Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Head coach Bruce Arians made it official Friday, but Gronkowski never seemed likely to play once it was reported that his injuries include four cracked ribs, a broken rib and a punctured lung. While the Bucs haven't ruled the tight end out beyond Sunday, it's probably fair to call him worse than a 50-50 bet to play in a Thursday road game against the Eagles in Week 6, just four days after Tampa hosts the Dolphins. For however long Gronkowski remains out, Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard will split…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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Absent from practice again
Gronkowski (ribs) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Barring a dramatic step forward in his practice activity Friday in the Buccaneers' final Week 5 session, Gronkowski looks in line to miss a second straight game Sunday versus the Dolphins. According to Jay Glazer of Fox Sports, Gronkowski sustained four cracked ribs, a broken rib and a punctured lung in the Bucs' Week 3 loss to the Rams, so it makes sense for the team to take a cautious approach with the oft-injured tight end. Tampa Bay still has some optimism that Gronkowski will be ready to…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Not ready to practice
Gronkowski (ribs) didn't practice Wednesday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The tight end rode a stationary bike, with head coach Bruce Arians saying he wasn't sure when Gronkowski would return to practice. A report from Ian Rapoport of NFL Network over the weekend suggested Gronkowski likely would miss Week 5 against Miami but not necessarily any time beyond that. Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard formed a timeshare in Gronkowski's absence during the 19-17 win over New England in Week 4.
Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to return Week 6
Gronkowski (ribs) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots and is expected to miss next week's game against the Dolphins, but the Buccaneers are optimistic he'll be ready to play in their Week 6 game Oct. 14 in Philadelphia, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Though initial X-rays on Gronkowski's ribs returned negative coming out of Tampa Bay's Week 3 loss to the Rams, the star tight end was later diagnosed with cracked ribs and a punctured lung after undergoing an MRI and CT scan a few days later. The injury resulted in Gronkowski staying back in Tampa Bay when the Buccaneers traveled to New England earlier in the weekend, and the 32-year-old looks doubtful to return for the Week 5 home game versus the Dolphins. The Buccaneers face a quick…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 6:34am by Rotowire.com
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Multiple hairline fractures in ribs
Gronkowski, who has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots, was diagnosed with multiple hairline fractures in his ribs after undergoing an MRI on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. He could miss multiple weeks as a result.
Analysis: Gronkowski appears to have made every possible effort to play in his first return to Foxborough since joining the Buccaneers in 2020, but follow-up MRI scans on the rib injury he suffered last week against the Rams essentially nixed any hope. Rib injuries are notoriously difficult to recover from, especially ones of this severity, and given the quality backups Tampa Bay has on hand in O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate on the roster, Tampa Bay may not be compelled to rush Gronkowski back. Expect the…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 2 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing in Foxboro return
Gronkowski (ribs) has been downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's marquee matchup against the Patriots, Jordan Schultz of ESPN reports.
Analysis: It's a bit shocking Gronkowski will miss the marquee matchup against his former team, but Friday's doubtful designation seemed to be an ominous marker regarding the veteran tight end's status. O.J. Howard figures to take the majority of the vacated snaps given his prowess as a blocker, but don't be surprised if Cameron Brate also factors into the mix, especially in obvious pass-catching situations. While the injury might spoil one former Patriot's return, don't expect Gronkowski's injury to…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 2 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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Downgraded to doubtful
The Buccaneers have downgraded Gronkowski (ribs) to doubtful for Sunday night's game against the Patriots, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: It sounds like the rib injury is winning out over Gronkowski's desire to face his former team. An 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday is suboptimal for fantasy purposes, though the downgrade to doubtful solidifies that Gronk's managers need to make other plans for Week 4. The Bucs have two solid alternatives of their own, with Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard both offering plenty of experience in starting roles. Brate has played more than twice as many snaps as Howard this year, including 45 percent last…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for game-time decision
Coach Bruce Arians said Gronkowski (ribs) will be a game-time decision ahead of Sunday night's matchup with the Patriots, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski is believed to have returned to practice Friday as a limited participant, likely setting up a 'questionable' designation on the Buccaneers' final injury report. He'll presumably lean toward playing if it's a close call, given that he and Tom Brady are facing their former team in one of the more highly anticipated regular-season games in recent memory. That said, the Bucs have Super Bowl aspirations and a deep group of tight ends, so they may limit Gronk's snaps if he in fact does end…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 9:40am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice Friday
Gronkowski (ribs) was spotted and Friday's practice and is expected to be a limited participant, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 32-year-old sat out practice the past two days, but his return to the field Friday lines up with previous reports that he's expected to play Sunday at New England. Gronkowski appears to be trending in the right direction, though it remains to be seen whether he's able to avoid an injury designation for Sunday's contest,
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 8:25am by Rotowire.com
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Missing for another practice
Gronkowski (ribs) isn't present for Thursday's practice and will go down as a non-participant on the Buccaneers' injury report, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: Though all prior reports have suggested Gronkowski will play Sunday against the Patriots after X-rays on his injured ribs returned negative, he's now missed both of the Buccaneers' first two practices to begin the week. So long as he can back on the field in some fashion Friday, Gronkowski should still be a good bet to face off against his former team for the first time this weekend.
Published: Thu, Sep 30 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Gronkowski (ribs) isn't practicing Wednesday, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: With X-rays on his ribs coming back negative Monday, the tight end is considered "highly likely to play" this weekend against New England, per Jordan Schultz of ESPN. Gronkowski's absence from practice Wednesday comes as no surprise, but there will be at least some level of concern if he can't make it back in some capacity Thursday or Friday. The Bucs have an 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff with the Patriots on Sunday.
Published: Wed, Sep 29 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Should play Week 4
Gronkowski (ribs) is considered "highly likely to play" in Sunday's game against the Patriots, Jordan Schultz of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Schultz's report essentially supports one from Adam Schefter of ESPN on Monday, which indicated that the star tight end would be on track to play Week 4 against his former team after X-rays on his ribs returned negative. Despite being in pain after taking a hit to his ribs in last weekend's loss to the Rams, Gronkowski still played 61 percent of the Bucs' offensive snaps and hauled in four of seven targets for 55 yards. The Buccaneers could limit Gronkowski's practice reps as a result of the…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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In line to play Week 4
Gronkowski (ribs) is expected to play Sunday at New England after X-rays taken on his ribs Monday were returned negative, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski left the field for a spell Week 3 against the Rams following a hit to his ribs. He was able to return to action and finish the game with four catches (on seven targets) for 55 yards, and a follow-up examination one day later has cleared him of any fractures. Still, the Buccaneers may limit his workload this week to ensure he's good to go for his return to Foxborough, Mass.
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 6:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies four receptions
Gronkowski recorded four receptions on seven targets for 55 yards in Sunday's Week 3 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Gronkowski tied for second on the team with seven targets despite briefly heading to the locker room after taking a hard hit to his back. He's held a consistent role in Tampa Bay's offense and has now commanded at least five targets in every game this season. While he failed to reach the end zone for the first time on the campaign, he drew several targets in Rams' territory and once inside the 10-yard-line. Gronkowski will draw a matchup against his former team in New England in Week 4.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Back in Sunday's game
Gronkowski (undisclosed) returned to Sunday's road game versus the Rams, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski took a big hit to his lower back and ribs in the third quarter, remaining on the ground for a spell before visiting the sideline tent and eventually the locker room. He underwent X-rays, but apparently the issue isn't serious enough to impede his ability to play.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Hits locker room
Gronkowski (undisclosed) went to the locker room during the third quarter of Sunday's road game against the Rams, Lindsay Jones of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gronkowski took a hard hit to his lower back from the Rams' Terrell Lewis after a catch and remained on the turf before making his way to the sideline tent. Per Albert Breer of SI.com, Gronkowski is undergoing X-rays to determine the nature and extent of the injury. Behind Gronkowski, the Buccaneers have O.J. Howard, Cameron Brate and Deon Yelder on the active roster.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 3:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Pair of TDs in win
Gronkowski brought in four of five targets for 39 yards and two touchdowns in the Buccaneers' 48-25 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: Through two games, Gronkowski looks to have turned the clock back to early last decade, already recording 12 receptions for 129 yards and Sunday's pair of scores and looking like a matchup problem for many linebackers and safeties. His established rapport with Tom Brady helped the legendary tight end get his feet back under him in 2020 while he worked back from a year out of football and also learned Bruce Arians' offensive system, and he's unsurprisingly hit the ground running in 2021. With…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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In vintage form Week 1
Gronkowski brought in all eight of his targets for 90 yards in the Buccaneers' 31-29 win over the Cowboys on Thursday night.
Analysis: The perennial Pro Bowler turned back the clock to his Patriots heyday in the wild win, even flashing some of his trademark chemistry with Tom Brady when he correctly adjusted his route in response to a blitz in the third quarter, resulting in a nifty 11-yard touchdown grab. Gronkowski had also notched a two-yard scoring catch in the second quarter and appeared as nimble and unencumbered in his route running as he usually did during his solid 2020 comeback season. Gronk will look to keep up the…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 9:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts together stellar camp
Gronkowski has been connecting regularly with long-time battery mate Tom Brady throughout training camp and closed out Thursday's final joint practice with the Titans by recording multiple receptions, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.
Analysis: By all accounts, the perennial Pro Bowler looks considerably better than he did a year ago at this time, when he still was trying to get his legs back under him after a season in retirement. Gronkowski and Brady have been in synch throughout camp, and the two combined to torment the Titans with a number of passes at various depths of target, including a short touchdown on a slant against Tennessee starting free safety Kevin Byard. Gronkowski left no doubt he still had plenty left in the tank…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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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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