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Patriots Set Wednesday Ceremony for Rob Gronkowski’s One-Day Retirement Contract

The public signing serves as a legacy capstone tied to a tribute requested by late philanthropist Susan Hurley.

Dec 18, 2024; Inglewood, CA, USA; Rob Gronkowski on the field prior to the game between the California Golden Bears and the UNLV Rebels in the LA Bowl at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski reacts after failing to make a catch in the end zone in the second half of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
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Overview

  • The team scheduled a 12:15 p.m. ET Wednesday signing at Gillette Stadium with a live stream on Patriots digital and social channels.
  • Gronkowski disclosed the plan on FOX NFL Sunday, with New England formally confirming the ceremony the next day.
  • He framed the gesture as a tribute to philanthropist Susan Hurley, whose suggestion to “make it official” preceded her death on Nov. 1.
  • The four-time Super Bowl champion finished with 621 catches, 9,286 yards and 92 touchdowns across 11 seasons, including nine in New England.
  • The symbolic one-day deal lets the longtime tight end close his career with the franchise most associated with his legacy, with Hall of Fame eligibility expected in 2027.