Immediately after the New England Patriots loss in the Super Bowl, tight end Rob Gronkowski expressed potential doubt about playing in 2018 and stepping away from the game. While there is still no official word a month alter, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported the expecttation is Gronk returns for the 2018. Given Rapoport's reputation, the betting odds right now should be on Gronkowski returning to the field next season to the delight of fans in New England and fantasy owners.