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Rob Gronkowski Signs One-Day Deal to Retire a Patriot for Life

The team expedited the Gillette Stadium ceremony to honor late philanthropist Susan Hurley’s request.

Nov 12, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; Rob Gronkowski, Patriots owner Robert Kraft and Camille Kostek pose for a photograph after press conference where Gronkowski signed a one day ceremonial contract at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Gronkowski signed the ceremonial contract at a 12:15 p.m. ET event at Gillette Stadium, saying, “I’m a Patriot for life.”
  • Patriots owner Robert Kraft joked about turning it into a two-day deal for Thursday’s Jets game, prompting Gronkowski’s reply, “What’s the signing bonus?”
  • Gronkowski will serve as Keeper of the Light before the Patriots’ next game and will address fans at halftime.
  • Hurley, a former Patriots cheerleader and CharityTeams founder who spoke up at August’s Gronk Playground dedication, died on Nov. 1 and inspired the timing.
  • Across 11 NFL seasons he logged 621 receptions, 9,286 yards and 92 touchdowns, with Patriots Hall of Fame eligibility in 2026 and Pro Football Hall of Fame eligibility in 2027.