Before Rob Gronkowski began his career in media as an analyst on Fox, he put together an NFL career that is arguably one of the greatest of all time.

It's been four years since Gronkowski last played in the NFL, but he finally received a proper sendoff on Wednesday.

The New England Patriots spent most of the day celebrating Gronkowski, doing so due to signing the legendary tight end to a one-day contract to officially retire as a member of the franchise he spent nine of his 11 seasons with.

Even though Gronkowski finished his playing days by spending two years in Tampa Bay, following fellow Patriot icon Tom Brady to Florida, his tenure in New England is what will eventually lead him to enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

. @RobGronkowski officially retires as a Patriot

See Full Page