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After getting down to 240 pounds during retirement -- and looking every bit that skinny -- Gronkowski told CBS Sports HQ that he's nearly back to his expected playing weight. 

Having celebrated his 31st birthday on Thursday, Rob Gronkowski's debut as a Buccaneer will see him also play for the first time past his 30th birthday.

The Kansas City Chiefs' bid for back-to-back Super Bowl titles got a whole lot harder after the release of their 2020 schedule, Jeffri Chadiha writes. Can Patrick Mahomes & Co. survive the early-season 'gauntlet' that awaits them?

The 2020 NFL season will kick off with a rematch of one of the most memorable playoff games from last season. The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs begin their title defense against Deshaun Watson and the Houston Texans on Thursday, Sept. 10.

The NFL officially released the 2019 regular-season schedule on Wednesday and the New England Patriots will kick off defense of their sixth Super Bowl title on Sunday Night Football against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

What are the most enticing matchups on tap in the coming season? Elliot Harrison highlights the top 19 games of 2019. And yes, we're looking at a lot of juicy rematches from this past season's playoffs.

Forrest Gregg wasn't just another really good football player -- the offensive tackle was a Hall of Famer among Hall of Famers. Elliot Harrison remembers an extraordinary football life.

Tired of reading the same prospect-team groupthink? Adam Rank cooks up a mock draft based on what clubs SHOULD do in Round 1. Is it the right time for the Packers to find Aaron Rodgers' heir apparent?

Gil Brandt picks the best team fits for five top wide receiver prospects -- and explains why D.K. Metcalf would be the ideal addition to Colts QB Andrew Luck's cadre of pass catchers in Indianapolis.

Will Russell Wilson become the NFL's highest-paid player? Is a financial windfall in Jalen Ramsey's future? Anthony Holzman-Escareno projects who will earn the big-money contracts of tomorrow.

NFL legends such as Lawrence Taylor, Dick Butkus and Rob Gronkowski have appeared at Wrestlemania over the years; here's a look back at some memorable gridiron grapplers.

Has Ed Oliver, once considered a top candidate to be the No. 1 overall pick, put himself back in the conversation to go in the top five after an uneven final college season? Bucky Brooks examines Oliver's stock, the Pats' options for replacing Gronk and more.

With a nod to the NCAA tournament's Sweet 16, Adam Schein spotlights the 16 teams to keep an eye, predicting playoff participants and bubble teams for the 2019 season.

Rob Gronkowski

Not 24 hours removed from Rob Gronkowski announcing his retirement on Instagram, the future Hall of Fame tight end's agent Drew Rosenhaus was already stoking the fires of a possible comeback.

After nine seasons in New England, Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski announces his retirement on social media. Players from around the league said their congrats online.

Rob Gronkowski's retirement marks the end of a singular NFL career. Judy Battista examines the legacy of the New England Patriots' legendary tight end.

Rob Gronkowski is walking away from football. The New England Patriots tight end announced on Instagram on Sunday that he is retiring from the NFL after nine seasons.

In the wake of a wild week highlighted by blockbuster trades and high-profile signings, what is the current state of the NFL hierarchy? Elliot Harrison updates his Power Rankings.

As the dust settles from the first wave of free agency, Charles Davis unveils his first look at how Round 1 of the 2019 NFL Draft could play out. What's the Giants' next move, and who replaces Antonio Brown for the Steelers?

The opening of the NFL's negotiating period for free agency got off to a fast start. Gregg Rosenthal recaps the biggest takeaways from a wild Monday.

Dwayne Allen is reuniting with Brian Flores in South Florida. The Miami Dolphins signed the former New England Patriots tight end to a two-year, $7 million deal.

NFL Network's Steve Smith Sr. and David Carr discuss how long it will take Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski to return to form in 2020 after not playing in 2019.

NFL Network's Mike Giardi and Michael Silver discuss how Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady and tight end Rob Gronkowski are adjusting to their new team this offseason.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses which QB-WR duo will be more dominant in 2020, Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady and TE Rob Gronkowski or San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo and George Kittle.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses players who will most definitely benefit from their new situations in the 2020 season.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks analyze how the Tampa Bay Buccaneers can maximize their talent on offense in 2020.

Check out highlights from tight end Rob Gronkowski's career with the New England Patriots.

Watch tight end Rob Gronkowski's best career plays with quarterback Tom Brady so far.

Antonio Gates, Tony Gonzalez and Shannon Sharpe discuss what makes tight end Rob Gronkowski so special as a football player.

Former New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski and quarterback Tom Brady share pregame moment before Week 1 game vs. Steelers.

NFL Network's Willie McGinest "absolutely" believes tight end Rob Gronkowksi could still unretire.

NFL Network's David Carr and free agent defensive lineman Andre Fluellen discuss the likelihood of former NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski returning to the New England Patriots for a postseason push in 2019.

NFL Network's Mike Giardi talks about former New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski and if there's a possibility he could come out of retirement.

The "Good Morning Football" crew looks back at New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's top career moments after he announced his retirement.

NFL Network analysts debate when the New England Patriots should replace tight end Rob Gronkowski in the 2019 draft.

Watch to see the top ten moments from New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's career.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady hits tight end Rob Gronkowski for a 22-yard touchdown.

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski reaches for a critical third-down catch for 25 yards.

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco weighs in on New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's retirement.

NFL Network's Peter Schrager thinks New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski is the greatest tight end to ever play the game.

NFL Network's Mike Giardi and Peter Schrager discuss the retirement of New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Mike Giardi react to New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's retirement announcement.

NFL players react to New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's retirement announcement.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady reacts to Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's career after his retirement announcement.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport discusses New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's retirement announcement.

NFL Network's Judy Battista gives her take on New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski's retirement announcement.