{"id":867373,"date":"2026-04-16T00:51:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T00:51:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/867373\/"},"modified":"2026-04-16T00:51:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T00:51:20","slug":"rob-gronkowski-says-tom-brady-is-on-a-hot-streak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/867373\/","title":{"rendered":"Rob Gronkowski Says Tom Brady Is on a \u2018Hot Streak\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\t\"Tom\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

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Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski attend the 2021 Sports Illustrated Awards at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.<\/p>\n

Tom Brady\u2019s post-retirement, post-divorce spotlight isn\u2019t slowing down \u2014 and now one of the people who knows him best is weighing in.<\/p>\n

Former New England Patriots<\/a> tight end Rob Gronkowski<\/a> offered a candid \u2014 and telling \u2014 assessment of Tom Brady during a recent interview with Page Six<\/a>, describing the seven-time Super Bowl champion as being firmly in stride as attention around his personal life continues to build.<\/p>\n

\u201cBelieve it or not, that\u2019s a surprise answer. It really is. But Tom is on a hot streak right now,\u201d Gronkowski said. \u201cHe\u2019s ready to go. So, hey, it\u2019s Tom I\u2019m going to go with.\u201d<\/p>\n

The comment lands at a moment when Brady remains one of the most talked-about figures in sports \u2014 not for what he\u2019s doing on the field, but for what comes next off it.<\/p>\n

Brady\u2019s Post-Divorce Spotlight Isn\u2019t Fading<\/p>\n

Since finalizing his divorce from Gisele B\u00fcndchen in 2022 after 13 years of marriage, Brady has been a constant presence in headlines, with fans and media closely tracking his appearances, business moves, and personal life.<\/p>\n

From high-profile public outings to persistent speculation about his dating life, Brady\u2019s status as one of the most recognizable \u2014 and eligible \u2014 figures in sports has only intensified in retirement.<\/p>\n

Gronkowski\u2019s<\/a> \u201chot streak\u201d remark doesn\u2019t come out of nowhere. It reflects a broader perception that Brady has seamlessly transitioned into a new phase of life, one where his influence extends well beyond football.<\/p>\n

Gronkowski\u2019s Advice: Treat It Like the Game<\/p>\n

During the same interview, Gronkowski leaned into a familiar theme when asked what advice he\u2019d give his former quarterback when it comes to dating.<\/p>\n

\u201cJust follow your heart, Tom,\u201d Gronkowski said with a cheeky grin, adding, \u201cYou know, wherever your heart is leading you, wherever your gut instinct is leading you. Just follow that heart, Tom.\u201d<\/p>\n

He doubled down on the comparison between Brady\u2019s approach to football and how he should navigate his personal life.<\/p>\n

\u201cJust like he has with the game of football, treat the game of football\u2026like how you treat dating and you\u2019ll be very successful. Like, a number one draft time,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The message is classic Gronkowski \u2014 lighthearted on the surface, but rooted in a deeper understanding of Brady\u2019s relentless focus and instincts, traits that defined his two-decade NFL<\/a> career.<\/p>\n

Familiar Names Still in the Mix\"Tom<\/p>\n

GettyTom Brady, Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman warm up during New England Patriots practice ahead of Super Bowl XLIX.<\/p>\n

Gronkowski also offered a glimpse into Brady\u2019s inner circle when asked who would be the most fun at a party \u2014 throwing out names that Patriots fans will instantly recognize.<\/p>\n

When asked who would be the most fun at a party \u2014 Brady, Julian Edelman or Mike Vrabel<\/a> \u2014 Gronkowski didn\u2019t hesitate: \u201cIt\u2019s got to be Tom.\u201d<\/p>\n

As for former Patriots teammate Julian Edelman, Gronkowski said he would have been number one, but the retired wide receiver has \u201ccalmed down his wild ways.\u201d<\/p>\n

Gronkowski also acknowledged that he never crossed paths with Mike Vrabel during their respective tenures in New England, noting the different timelines in their careers.<\/p>\n

A New Chapter \u2014 With the Same Spotlight<\/p>\n

Even without a helmet or playbook, Brady remains a central figure in the sports world. His next chapter \u2014 whether it\u2019s broadcasting, business ventures, or simply enjoying life off the field \u2014 continues to draw attention at a level few athletes ever sustain after retirement.<\/p>\n

And if Gronkowski\u2019s assessment is any indication, Brady isn\u2019t just navigating that spotlight \u2014 he\u2019s thriving in it.<\/p>\n

\u201cBecause he just can\u2019t handle it,\u201d Gronkowski joked when discussing Brady potentially joining him at public events. \u201cYou know, he has no dance moves like I have.\u201d<\/p>\n

Still, the invitation stands.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe has full VIP if he ever wants to come,\u201d he said. \u201cAnd if for some reason he\u2019s in Vegas, I\u2019ll have to tell him, \u2018Hey, just make an appearance. Let\u2019s take a couple shots. Now, you\u2019re not playing anymore. I\u2019m not playing anymore. We can enjoy our time.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

For Brady<\/a>, the setting may have changed \u2014 but the spotlight hasn\u2019t. And as Gronkowski put it, he\u2019s making the most of it.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tMaggie MacKenzie<\/a> Maggie MacKenzie covers NASCAR for Heavy.com. She previously worked for NASCAR.com, where she reported, wrote, and edited race-weekend coverage and traveled to key events throughout the season. She has more than ten years of experience in sports media and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. More about Maggie MacKenzie<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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