Rob Gronkowski rumors: Bulging disk influenced retirement decision

According to a new report recently released, a bulging disk in Rob Gronkowski’s back suffered last season affected his decision to ultimately retire.

When Rob Gronkowski stunned the football world last March by announcing his retirement in a heartfelt Instagram post, he left behind a legacy as one of the greatest players to ever don a New England Patriots uniform. A likely candidate for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Gronkowski also has a legitimate argument to be considered the greatest tight end of all time.

So why exactly did the lovable “meathead” walk away from football after just nine short seasons?

Gronkowski spent the vast majority of his retirement post thanking his teammates,…