Gronkowski thinks Brady will return 'in a couple of years,' report says

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski reportedly said Friday that he believes NFL great Tom Brady will return to the league in "a couple of years." 

Speaking with USA TODAY Sports on Friday, Brady's former teammate and four-time Super Bowl champion said he believes Brady's retirement is potentially temporary.

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"The guy can play at any age,’’ Gronkowski, 32, told the outlet. "If he’s 50 years old he can still come back. I think he’s going to come back but in a couple of years. The guy’s a beast. He can play anytime.’’

Brady officially announced his retirement at the beginning of the month after 22 seasons and seven Super Bowl wins. 

"This is difficult for me to write but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore," the 44-year-old said in a statement. "I have loved my NFL career and now it is time to focus my time and energy on other things that require my attention."

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) celebrates with tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) after Gronkowski caught a 2-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Scott Audette)

Gronkowski, himself, retired before the 2019 season – but returned in 2020 to play in Tampa with Brady. 

Brady and Gronkowski connected for two touchdowns in Super Bowl LV for a win over the Kansas City Chiefs.

Gronkowski – who will become an unrestricted free agent in March – signed a one-year deal with the Buccaneers in March of last year.

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