I still don't see Gronk coming back THIS season. But have much more hope that he returns NEXT season. But I want to double down on a previous post when I proposed Gronk coming back as a boundary WR.
Think about it. (again) He ran a 4.7 as a 275lb TE. It isn't at all unreasonable to picture him as a 235lb 6’6 WR who can run a 4.6. (or better) What CB is going to cover THAT, even if they can run with him. No longer would he have to pass and run block 290 lb DE’s. No longer would he constantly be required to run routes that get him crushed by multiple LB’s and S’s. No longer getting hit multiple times just to off the LOS
I really think THIS is the best way to get Gronk back to us for the rest of Brady's career
Picture a rejuvenated Gronk, taking about 70% fewer big hits, being covered by 180lb CB’s, running free in opposing secondaries. Brady might NEVER retire.