Gronk

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(02-10-2022, 11:42 AM)Whatever Wrote: If we're being fair, CJ hasn't exactly been a picture of health during his career, either.  

I like CJ, but if we're going by production, PFF grade, or any other metric, he's a replacement level starter.  Gronk was 7th in receiving yards among TE's last year and 3rd in yards/game.  CJ was 20th and 25th in those categories. Gronk is a huge upgrade over CJ.   Obviously, the money has to be right, but since Gronk is probably looking for a 1 year deal, you can structure it like Reiff with a voidable year to significantly reduce his cap hit in '22.  

I really don't get the reluctance.  Gronk is still playing at a very high level. CJ is an UFA and far from a top tier player at his position.  If you want to be a dynasty, this is a move you make.  We can't just resign guys based on sentiment.  

CJ has emerged as a leader of the team, which has added to his value.
I personally had not seen him in that light until this year, but that's probably because there are more cameras in the locker room now showing his speeches.

With that said, something has to be said for the fact that Gronk's career YPC average is 15.0. 14.3 in the past two years with TB. Uzomah's career YPC is 9.8. His best as the primary starter for a full season is 10.2. Gronk should be a bigger factor on the field than Uzomah. No doubt about it.