Robert Kraft misses Gronkowski's Hall of Fame induction after surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 2:21 PM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft will not attend Rob Gronkowski's Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday due to recovery from recent back surgery. Kraft, at age 85, is following doctors' orders to remain off his feet and will also miss the Patriots' upcoming games against the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions. Gronkowski officially retired with the Patriots last year after signing a one-day contract. He was later voted into the team's Hall of Fame as its 38th inductee.
- •Gronkowski's induction ceremony is set for Saturday.
- •Kraft recently underwent back surgery and is recovering.
- •Gronkowski signed a one-day contract to retire as a Patriot.
- •He was crucial to the team, winning three Super Bowls.
- •Gronkowski is eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2027.
- 2:21 PMYahoo Sports — Robert Kraft to miss Rob Gronkowski's Patriots Hall of Fame induction while recovering from back surgery
"Gronkowski signed a one-day contract last year to retire as a Patriot.
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