Despite Joe Burrow's past efforts to recruit him to the Bengals, Rob Gronkowski has no plans for an NFL return.

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Four-time Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski quickly shut down rumors that he was considering a return to the NFL after retiring in 2022.

Gronkowski has settled quite nicely into his post-playing life, but he’s already shown that he’d be willing to return after a layoff.

Jan 16, 2022; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) scores a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half in a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images / Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Rumors spread that legendary New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski was considering a comeback with a surprising team.

Despite being retired for three seasons now, former All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski is still only 35. But amid rumors that he could be eyeing another NFL comeback attempt, Gronkowski - and NFL fans - have weighed in.

Gronkowski initially retired from the NFL in 2019 only to come out of retirement to join his longtime quarterback and friend, Tom Brady, on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After two sea