Rob Gronkowski tells Travis Kelce how to dethrone him as GOAT: "You gotta party your face into the dirt..."
The NFL offseason might be quiet on the field, but that hasn't stopped its biggest stars from igniting lively conversations off of it.
Patrick Mahomes
recently made headlines during a candid conversation with Kay Adams, but it's Rob Gronkowski and Danny Amendola who have stolen the spotlight with their hilarious and now-viral appearance on 'Hot Ones Versus.
' As fans debate the tight end GOAT, Gronkowski didn't shy away from throwing some spicy — quite literally — takes into the fire.
Travis Kelce
still not GOAT? Gronk lays out his rules to earn that crown and overtake him
In a wing-fueled showdown with Amendola, Gronkowski playfully addressed what Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce needs to do to surpass him as the greatest tight end in NFL history. And true to form, Gronk's list was as entertaining as it was outrageous.
'You gotta throw some motherf------ defenders out the club,' Gronkowski said without blinking.
'Two, you need another Super Bowl ring. There you go. Thank you Danny. Danny said that one. We're helping each other out because we're teammates like that. And three... you gotta party your face into the dirt with your fans. Sorry Trav, I wasn't eating another wing. I love you brother.'
Rob Gronkowski vs. Danny Amendola | Hot Ones Versus
The lighthearted exchange captured the friendly bond between Gronkowski and Kelce — two stars who've helped redefine the tight end position.
Their connection isn't surprising considering their joint efforts with 'Tight End University,' a collaborative initiative where top tight ends mentor and uplift one another.
While Gronk's remarks were delivered with a side of hot sauce and humor, they touch on a deeper, ongoing debate in NFL circles. Gronkowski's résumé includes four Super Bowl rings — three with Tom Brady and the Patriots, and one with the Buccaneers — and a legacy built on dominance.
With 92 touchdowns and nearly 9,300 receiving yards, his impact is undeniable. He also holds the second-most Super Bowl touchdown receptions in league history, trailing only Jerry Rice.
Kelce, meanwhile, is quietly crafting a different kind of legacy — one built on consistency and adaptability. With 1,004 receptions, over 12,000 receiving yards, and 77 touchdowns through 11 seasons, he's shown no signs of slowing down.
His playoff production, where he ranks just behind Rice in receiving categories, further fuels the argument.
What separates the two is not ability, but how they reached their greatness. Gronk's dominance was almost gladiatorial — raw, physical, and explosive. Kelce's brilliance lies in his finesse, route-running, and ability to be anywhere on the field at once.
As Kelce enters the 2025 season, the only box left to check may be that elusive fourth Super Bowl ring. And if he wins it? Even Gronk might need a fifth to keep the GOAT crown firmly in his hands.
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