Football player Rob Gronkowski has announced his retirement after a 9-year run with the New England Patriots. The star took to Instagram on Sunday with a heartfelt post.

Gronkowski played in 115 regular-season games, totaling 521 receptions for 7,861 yards. He also played in 16 playoff games, with 81 receptions for 1,163 yards and 12 touchdowns — all records for a tight end.

He will be missed on the field!