Rob Gronkowski retires, won't join Tom Brady for 3rd season
Gronkowski Retires Football FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) waves to fans after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Atlanta. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won 30-17. Four-time All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski announced his retirement again, Tuesday, June 21, 2022. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File) (Danny Karnik)TAMPA, Fla. — (AP) — Four-time All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski announced his retirement again, meaning he will not join Tom Brady for a third season in Tampa Bay. The close friends teamed up to help Tampa Bay win a Super Bowl in 2021.
wftv.comRob Gronkowski announces retirement from NFL
Rob Gronkowski retires FILE PHOTO: Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) warms up during a NFL divisional playoff football game between the Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, January 23, 2022 in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Alex Menendez) (Alex Menendez/AP)Rob Gronkowski on Tuesday announced that he is retiring from the NFL. Gronkowski previously retired from the NFL in 2019 after playing nine seasons with the New England Patriots. He came out of retirement to play for the Buccaneers in 2020 and 2021, according to Bleacher Report. On Tuesday, Gronkowski said that he had said that he wanted to play professional football in Tampa for a report in college. “The journey in Tampa over the last 2 years has blown away what I originally wrote about in college, big time,” he wrote, thanking the Buccaneers, his teammates and fans.
wftv.comBrady, Rodgers headline list of NFL players skipping OTAs
Fox Brady Football FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) is interviewed on the field after the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady will join Fox sports as its lead football analyst once his playing career ends, the network said on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File) (Steve Luciano)TAMPA, Fla. — (AP) — Tom Brady earned the right to skip voluntary workouts a long time ago. Several other star players, including Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson, also aren’t participating in organized team activities, a trend that’s increasing around the NFL. Brady, who turns 45 in August, began skipping OTAs in New England in 2018 so he could spend more time with his family.
wftv.comTampa Bay, Seattle to meet in 1st NFL game in Germany
Draft Buccaneers Preview Football FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) is interviewed on the field after the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. Thanks to Tom Brady’s return, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren’t looking for any quick fixes in the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, FIle) (Steve Luciano)LONDON — (AP) — The first regular-season NFL game in Germany will be between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Seattle Seahawks at the home of soccer club Bayern Munich. Tampa Bay's Tom Brady could become the first quarterback to start a game in three foreign countries. ___More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://apnews.com/hub/pro-32 and https://twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comBuccaneers add 8 prospects to Tom Brady's supporting cast
If the Tampa Bay Buccaneers drafted as well as they think they did, Tom Brady’s supporting cast will be better next season. While the defending NFC South champions once again figure to be a veteran-laden team not counting on rookies to shore up glaring weaknesses, vice president of player personnel John Spytek believes this year's draft class can help make a difference. “They’re going to get every opportunity to,” Spytek said Saturday, but added that, for the second straight year, it’s nice to be in a position where the Bucs aren’t relying on draft picks to fill holes on offense and defense.
news.yahoo.com9 things to know about the NFL draft, airing on Channel 9
NFL Draft Football Zion Johnson participates in a community event ahead of the NFL draft Wednesday, April 27, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher) (John Locher)The upcoming NFL season will begin taking shape over the next few days. The NFL Draft is Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Las Vegas, but you can watch it unfold LIVE on Channel 9. Rounds two and three begin at 7 p.m. Friday and rounds four through seven begin Saturday at noon. Here are 9 things to know before things kick off Thursday night:The draft consists of seven rounds over three nights.
wftv.comTight end position has undergone quite an evolution in NFL
Draft Tight End Evolution Football FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski catches a touchdown pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half of an NFL wild-card football game Jan. 16, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. No position in the NFL has undergone more changes to the style of player over the years than tight end. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken, File) (Jason Behnken)No position in the NFL has undergone more changes to the style of player over the years than tight end. “Tight ends were never the feature of an offense or never the go-to guy in crucial situations. Howard, a first-round pick in 2017, gone to Buffalo, Tampa Bay might be considering a tight end. “I’d say it’s pretty solid,” Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht said of the tight end class.
wftv.comSwedish House Mafia, The Weeknd replace Ye at Coachella
The Weeknd, along with Swedish House Mafia, will replace rapper Ye, who changed his name from Kanye West, in a headlining spot at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File) (Ashley Landis)INDIO, Calif. — (AP) — Swedish House Mafia and The Weeknd are replacing rapper Ye in a headlining spot at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. A representative for Ye, who changed his name from Kanye West, did not immediately return a message from the AP seeking comment. A publicist for Goldenvoice, the company that runs Coachella, also did not respond to a request for information. Swedish House Mafia had already been listed as performers prior to the lineup change, but it wasn't immediately clear when they were to perform.
wftv.comTodd Bowles calls replacing Bruce Arians 'bittersweet'
I get to do whatever I want,” Bowles said Thursday, a day after taking over because Bruce Arians moved into a front-office role. So I’m going to do it my way,” Bowles said. “Good players make good coaches so you always want to have good players,” Bowles said. "I understand a lot of things I’ve learned from my coaching experience, especially from him so I’m going to take that approach. I can help people get better and I’m going to use my approach.”___More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://apnews.com/hub/pro-32 and https://twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comArians retires as Bucs' coach, Bowles promoted to top spot
Buccaneers Arians Retires Football FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians walks along the sideline before the team's NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons on Dec. 5, 2021, in Atlanta. Arians, who will turn 70 this coming season, coached the Bucs to the Super Bowl title in the 2020 season — Tom Brady’s first with Tampa Bay. Arians, who will turn 70 this coming season, coached the Bucs to the Super Bowl title in the 2020 season — Tom Brady’s first with Tampa Bay. Defensive coordinator Todd Bowles will replace Arians as coach. NBC Sports and the Los Angeles Times first reported Arians’ decision and that Bowles would be promoted.
wftv.comFlorida makes its mark as the boating capital of the world
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Victory Parade TAMPA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 10: In an aerial view from a drone, a boat carrying Tom Brady of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (R) makes its way down the Hillsborough river during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Super Bowl Victory Boat Parade on February 10, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) (Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida has now solidified its place as the boating capital of the world after the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced more than 1 million registered vessels in the Sunshine State. Along with the announcement, FWC said it’s important that residents and visitors practice safe boating. “Crossing the million mark just confirms what we always knew, Florida is the top state for boaters. Rob Beaton, FWC Boating and Waterways Section Leader.
wftv.comTom Brady’s final TD ball sells for $518K at Lelands auction
The football that Tom Brady used to throw the final touchdown pass of his 22-year career sold for more than $518,000 at an auction that ended Saturday. >> Read more trending newsTwenty-three people bid on the ball that was being sold by Lelands. The starting bid on the ball was $100,000, the auction house stated in its auction listing. Tom Brady’s last touchdown ball sold for $518,628 last night at @Lelandsdotcom. Brady remains under contract with Tampa Bay and has hinted at a possible return, ESPN reported.
wftv.comAP source: 49ers hire Brian Griese as QBs coach
49ers Griese Football FILE -Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Brian Griese hands off to Warrick Dunn during the quarter second of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, in Chicago. The San Francisco 49ers are hiring ESPN analyst Brian Griese as their new quarterback coach, Friday, March 4, 2022. Griese was drafted by Denver by Shanahan's father, Mike, and spent his first five seasons with the Broncos. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File) (Nam Y. Huh)SANTA CLARA, Calif. — (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers are hiring ESPN analyst Brian Griese as their new quarterbacks coach. A person familiar with the move said Friday that Griese will leave the “Monday Night Football” booth to join coach Kyle Shanahan's staff.
wftv.comRare Tom Brady card fetches $118,000 at auction in Maine
Brady Retirement Reports FILE - In this Feb. 7, 2021, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the team's NFL Super Bowl 55 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Tampa, Fla. Despite reports that he is retiring, Brady has told the Tampa Bay Buccaneers he hasn't made up his mind, two people familiar with the details told The Associated Press, Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File) (Lynne Sladky)SCARBOROUGH, Maine — (AP) — A rare football card featuring Tom Brady in the year he won his first Super Bowl sold for $118,000 at auction in Maine. The 2002 Topps Finest X-Fractor card was one of only 20 featuring the NFL quarterback who'd won his first Super Bowl on Feb. 3, 2002. The winning bidder was identified only as a Brady fan from New England, said Troy Thibodeau from Saco River Auction.
wftv.comTom Brady announces retirement
Retired FILE PHOTO: Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (Mark LoMoglio/AP)Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady on Tuesday confirmed his plans to retire following a 22-season career in the NFL. >> Related: Despite reports, Tom Brady apparently undecided about retirement“I’ve done a lot of reflecting the past week and have asked myself difficult questions,” the 44-year-old wrote Tuesday. Brady led the NFL in yards passing (5,316), touchdowns (43), completions (485) and attempts (719) during the 2021 season. He led Tampa Bay to its first Super Bowl title since the 2002 season and the team’s first divisional crown since 2007. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 22 Tom Brady TAMPA, FL - NOVEMBER 23: Tom Brady (12) of the Buccaneers is all smiles before the regular season game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on November 23, 2020 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
wftv.comVikings coach finalists: O'Connell, Morris, Graham, Harbaugh
The Minnesota Vikings have added Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris to their candidate list for head coach. Vikings officials, including owner/president Mark Wilf and new general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, flew to California on Monday to conduct a second interview with both Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell and Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris. New York Giants defensive coordinator Patrick Graham is next. Then it's Harbaugh, the head coach at his alma mater for the last seven seasons. Others the Vikings conducted an initial interview with are Tampa Bay defensive coordinator Todd Bowles, Philadelphia defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon and Dallas offensive coordinator Kellen Moore and San Francisco defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans.
wftv.comTom Brady says he's still evaluating his future plans
Brady's Future Football FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) passes the ball as Tampa Bay Buccaneers guard Ali Marpet (74) blocks during a NFL divisional playoff football game between the Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. While the NFL conference championship games went on without Brady for only the second time in 11 years, the world waits for the greatest quarterback of all-time to make his future plans official. (AP Photo/Alex Menendez, File) (Alex Menendez)TAMPA, Fla. — (AP) — Tom Brady says he's still evaluating his future and the seven-time Super Bowl champion isn't ready to make a decision about retirement. He's under contract for 2022 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is coming off one of the best seasons in his 22-year career. “I understand my decision affects a lot of people’s lives so when that decision comes, it’ll come," Brady said.
wftv.comWhile NFL plays title games, world waits on Tom Brady
While the NFL conference championship games went on without Brady for only the second time in 11 years, the world waits for the greatest quarterback of all-time to make his future plans official. “The Bucs would have the right to ask for $16 million of Tom Brady’s $20 million signing bonus back. Whether the Bucs would exercise the right is a different story,” Joel Corry, a former sports agent and NFL contract and salary cap expert, told the AP. Brady’s company posted a tweet indicating he’s retiring, and reaction came from around the world congratulating Brady on his career. Brady’s father, Tom Brady, Sr., told multiple reporters that his son hasn’t made a firm decision yet.
wftv.comAP sources: Despite reports, Tom Brady hasn't made up mind
After ESPN's report, TB12sports Twitter account wrote: “7 Super Bowl Rings. 5 Super Bowl MVPs. Brady won six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots in 20 seasons playing for coach Bill Belichick. He joined the Buccaneers in 2020 and led them to the second Super Bowl title in franchise history. Naturally, Brady won again.
wftv.comESPN: Tom Brady is retiring at age 44
After ESPN reported Brady’s retirement on Saturday, citing unidentified sources, TB12sports Twitter account wrote: “7 Super Bowl Rings. 5 Super Bowl MVPs. Brady won six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots in 20 seasons playing for coach Bill Belichick. Brady went on to lead the Patriots to Super Bowl victories over the Panthers following the 2003 season and Eagles after the 2004 season. Naturally, Brady won again.
wftv.comTom Brady's company says he's retiring at age 44
Brady's TB12sports Twitter account wrote: “7 Super Bowl Rings. 5 Super Bowl MVPs. Brady won six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots in 20 seasons playing for coach Bill Belichick. He joined the Buccaneers in 2020 and led them to the second Super Bowl title in franchise history. Naturally, Brady won again.
wftv.comTom Brady's TB12 compansy says he's retiring at age 44
The 44-year-old Brady goes out after leading the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a Super Bowl title last season and NFC South championship this season. Brady's TB12sports Twitter account wrote; “7 Super Bowl Rings. 5 Super Bowl MVPs. Brady won six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots in 20 seasons playing for coach Bill Belichick. He joined the Buccaneers in 2020 and led them to the second Super Bowl title in franchise history.
wftv.comReport: Tom Brady to retire after 22 seasons
Tom Brady retires Tom Brady won seven Super Bowl titles, six with New England and one with Tampa Bay. (Cliff Welch/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, who won seven Super Bowl titles, is retiring from football after 22 seasons, according to a report. Brady led the Buccaneers to a 13-4 regular-season record in 2021 and a Super Bowl LV title after the 2020 season. Tom Brady is retiring from football after 22 extraordinary seasons, multiple sources tell @JeffDarlington and me. He spent his first 20 seasons with the Patriots, where he won Super Bowl titles after the 2002, 2004, 2005, 2015, 2017 and 2019 seasons.
wftv.comNFL Today, Divisional Round
The Bengals advanced to the AFC championship game for the first time since the 1988 season by beating Tennessee 19-16 on Saturday. Rookie Evan McPherson kicked four field goals, including a 52-yarder as time expired. Cincinnati will travel to the winner of the Bills-Chiefs matchup, which was being played Sunday night.
news.yahoo.comRams make it 3 of 3 for road teams, beat Brady's Bucs 30-27
The 44-year-old quarterback, helped by Rams giveaways, nearly replicated the comeback from 25 points down against Atlanta in the second half of the 2017 Super Bowl. The 49ers are seeking their second Super Bowl appearance in three seasons, having lost to Kansas City for the 2019 title. They swept the Rams this season, most notably winning 27-24 in overtime in the finale to secure a playoff berth. It’s a very cool and historic matchup for a place in the Super Bowl — which will be played at the Rams’ home stadium, no less. The Bengals, who lost twice in the Super Bowl to San Francisco in the 1980s, didn't play the Bills this season.
wftv.comGay's 30-yard FG lifts Rams over Brady, Buccaneers 30-27
Brady rallied the Bucs from a 27-3 second-half deficit with help from three Los Angeles turnovers, tying the game on Leonard Fournette’s 9-yard run on fourth-and-inches with 42 seconds remaining. Stafford led the Rams downfield after the ensuing kickoff, using completions of 20 and 44 yards to league receiving leader Cooper Kupp to set up Gay’s winning field goal. The 13-year veteran also scored on a 1-yard run as the Rams (14-5) advanced to next Sunday’s NFC championship game at home against the San Francisco 49ers. Brady completed 30 of 54 passes for 329 yards, one touchdown and one interception. ___More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://apnews.com/hub/pro-32 and https://twitter.com/AP_NFLCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comTom Brady's return to the Bucs next season isn't a lock
Brady is under contract for 2022 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who host the Los Angeles Rams in an NFC divisional playoff Sunday. If the Rams beat the Buccaneers to advance to the NFC championship game, some are speculating it could be the final game in Brady’s unprecedented career. I think I’ll have to just, after every year, think about what the situation looks like for me, personally and professionally. The winner of the Rams-Buccaneers game hosts the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC title game next Sunday. The Bucs are trying to become the first repeat champions since Brady led the Patriots to consecutive Super Bowl titles following the 2003-04 seasons.
wftv.comNFL drops daily COVID-19 testing requirement for unvaccinated players
NFL An NFL logo as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium on October 12, 2008 in Tampa, Florida. (Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images, File)The NFL on Friday announced an update to its COVID-19 testing protocols, ending a daily testing requirement for unvaccinated players, according to multiple reports. The change, which the NFL Players Association agreed to, removes the distinction between vaccinated and unvaccinated players, according to NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero. League officials said infections stemming from the omicron variant led to a spike in COVID-19 cases beginning in mid-December. Between Aug. 1 and Jan. 8, officials reported just over 960 positive COVID-19 tests among players and just over 800 positive tests for personnel members.
wftv.comAnalysis: Antonio Brown’s mental health is no joke
Antonio Brown tossed his jersey and shoulder pads toward the bench, threw his glove and undershirt into the stands and ran off the field bare-chested, waving a peace-out sign to fans in the end zone while Tom Brady huddled the offense for an important play.
Brady, Bucs rout Panthers 32-6 to clinch NFC South title
Tom Brady threw for 232 yards and a touchdown, Antonio Brown made a grand return to the lineup after missing the last eight games and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Carolina Panthers 32-6 on Sunday to clinch their first NFC South title since 2007.
Brady, Bucs rout Panthers 32-6 to clinch NFC South title
Tom Brady threw for 232 yards and a touchdown, Antonio Brown made a grand return to the lineup after missing the last eight games and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Carolina Panthers 32-6 on Sunday to clinch their first NFC South title since 2007.