ICYMI: Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady, widely considered the greatest player in NFL history, announced his retirement after an age-defying career that spanned more than two decades
The 44-year-old Brady, known for his tenacity, intelligent playmaking abilities and remarkable leadership, spent 20 seasons with the New England Patriots where he won six Super Bowl titles and added another last year in his first season with the Bucs.
Brady's decision follows a dominant season during which he led the NFL in touchdown passes and passing yards. He could win a fourth league Most Valuable Player trophy, which would make him the oldest player to win the award. "And I am so proud of what we have achieved. My team mates, coaches, fellow competitors, and fans deserve 100% of me, but right now, it's best I leave the field of play to the next generation of dedicated and committed athletes."A lightly regarded prospect coming out of college, Brady was the 199th pick in the 2000 NFL Draft but made the most of his chance when it finally came and in doing so turned around the fortunes of the Patriots franchise.
"Tom Brady will be remembered as one of the greatest to ever play in the NFL," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.Jan 16, 2022; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady drops back to pass in the first half against the Philadelphia Eagles in a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Raymond James Stadium.
"To my Bucs team mates the past two years, I love you guys, and I have loved going to battle with you. You have dug so deep to challenge yourself, and it inspired me to wake up every day and give you my best," said Brady. Brady is the father of three and he and his wife, supermodel Gisele Bundchen, have been building a house together near Miami. He said how he spends his days will be a "work-in-progress" but that he wants to spend time giving to others.
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