{
  "id": 11062465,
  "title": "Rob Gronkowski Calls For Former Team to Make Major Change Amid 0-3 Start",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/rob-gronkowski-calls-for-former-team-to-make-major-change-amid-0-3",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T00:01:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/rob-gronkowski-calls-for-former-team-to-make-major-change-amid-0-3-start-12509498"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rob Gronkowski, a four-time Super Bowl winner, has voiced concerns over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' current situation. The football star, who played with the Buccaneers during their 2020 Super Bowl triumph, spoke about the team's struggling start to the 2026 season during an appearance on the Up & Adams show. Gronkowski lamented the loss of key players like Mike Evans and Lavonte David, stating that these players were instrumental in cultivating a strong team culture. He emphasized that despite their talent, the Buccaneers are making too many errors, as evidenced by a recent touchdown followed by a penalty. Gronkowski made it clear that a change in direction is necessary for the team's future success. While he didn't specify the exact nature of this change, he hinted at the possibility of parting ways with head coach Todd Bowles. The Buccaneers, currently 0-3, may continue to face difficulties, particularly with rookie quarterback Jalon Daniel set to start after Baker Mayfield's injury. This could further exacerbate the team's struggles in the upcoming season.",
  "summary": "Rob Gronkowski calls for his former team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to potentially look into moving on from HC Todd Bowles.",
  "key_points": [
    "Rob Gronkowski criticizes Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 0-3 start.",
    "Key players Mike Evans and Lavonte David missed from previous team.",
    "Gronkowski suggests change in coaching, possibly Bowles departure."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Gronkowski's call for change suggests a shift in leadership, potentially parting ways with head coach Todd Bowles, may be necessary to alter the team's struggling culture and reverse its 0-3 start.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}