Rob Gronkowski has announced his retirement from the NFL after nine seasons. The three-time Super Bowl winner with the infectious smile and personality to boot, called time on a glittering career with the New England Patriots. The tight end, who turns 30 in May, made the announcement on Instagram, saying: 'It's time to move forward and move forward with a big smile.'
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