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Rob Gronkowski shocks Patriots fans with the news they've been waiting for

The New England Patriots are riding high right now. They're 8-2, leading the AFC East, and just took down a team they have a lot of recent ties to in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Before the game, former Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski, who is now a part of the FOX on NFL team, was asked which of his previous teams he was pulling for today. Before giving his answer, Gronk said something that Patriots fans are going to love.

"Here's some news. First, everyone, I am signing a one-day contract with the Patriots this week coming up to retire as a Patriot and be a Patriot for life just like all of you out here.