Tom Brady, Julian Edelman react to Rob Gronkowski’s retirement
The New England Patriots lost their biggest pass-catching weapon in franchise history on Sunday, as tight end Rob Gronkowski officially announced his retirement from the National Football League.
A move that’s prompted some of the Patriots’ other GOATs, namely Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and No. 1 wide receiver Julian Edelman, to chime in with their thoughts on Gronkowski’s decision.
“What an honor and [privilege] to play with you these past nine years [Rob Gronkowski],” Brady wrote on his personal Instagram. “You accomplished so much and our team was almost unbeatable when you were on the field! Your fun-loving, inspiring, and positive energy made an impact on everybody you came into contact with! Not just that, but for as great as a player you are, you are a better teammate and person.
“The NFL was a better place with you in it! But I have no doubt you will be a success in anything you do!!! Love you pal!”
Edelman, meanwhile, took to Twitter to mention Gronkowski as the “other Greatest of All Time.”
The other goat 🐐 #gronk pic.twitter.com/FzCfT38BjR
— Julian Edelman (@Edelman11) March 24, 2019
Fittingly, the most successful offensive trifecta in New England history went out on top as Super Bowl LII champions.
