ANALYSIS/OPINION:
Once again, it’s time to check off some items on my “TIDU List” — Things I Don’t Understand. Like:
I don’t understand how anyone replaces Rob Gronkowski
The future Hall of Famer has elevated the Patriots’ offense since catching 10 touchdown passes as a rookie in 2010. Injuries stunted his all-time numbers, but he still ranks among the best tight ends in history. He’s arguably No. 1 if equal weight is given to receiving and blocking. Tom Brady said the Pats were “almost unbeatable” with Gronk on the field.
They’ll figure something out, but it won’t be the same.