Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and crew CEO Robert Kraft issued statements following Tom Brady’s second retirement announcement on Wednesday. Brady’s former head coach and CEO had excessive praises for the longer term Hall of Famer who carried the Patriots to 9 Super Bowl appearances.
“I am so proud of Tommy. He has accomplished everything there is to achieve in this game, and so much more. No player in NFL history has done it as well for as long as Tom Brady,” Kraft stated in his assertion.
“He is the fiercest competitor I have ever known and the ultimate champion. He led the Patriots to two decades of unprecedented dominance. He is truly the greatest of all-time. Words cannot adequately express the gratitude my family, the New England Patriots and our fans have for everything he has done. It’s been a blessing for me to watch him grow, first as a young professional on the field, but most importantly, as a person off it. He is one of the most loving, caring and passionate players I have ever known and I will always consider him a part of our family.”
Brady’s profession involves an finish after a disappointing 31-14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys in final month’s NFC Wild Card sport. Brady and the Buccaneers have been held scoreless within the first half of that sport because the Cowboys didn’t have a lot points sending their opponents house. The 45-year-old ended the matchup finishing 33-of-66 passes for 351 yards, two touchdowns and an interception.
After weeks of deliberation, Brady introduced his retirement by way of his social media platforms on Wednesday morning. The 23-year veteran stated that this retirement is “for good.”
Belichick credited the seven-time Super Bowl champions’ work ethic and professionalism throughout his time within the NFL.
“Tom Brady was the ultimate winner. He entered the NFL with little to no fanfare and leaves as the most successful player in league history,” Belichick stated.
“His relentless pursuit of excellence drove him on a daily basis. His work ethic and desire to win were both motivational and inspirational to teammates and coaches alike. Tom was a true professional who carried himself with class and integrity throughout his career. I thank Tom for the positive impact he had on me and on the Patriots and congratulate him on his amazing career.”
Despite the six Super Bowl wins Brady and Belichick shared of their time in New England, its been reported that the 2 haven’t had the best working relationship. In 2017, the top coach banned Alex Guerrero, Brady’s coach, from the crew aircraft and sideline. Brady credited Guerrero, who can also be the quarterback’s shut buddy and enterprise associate, for extending his profession for therefore lengthy.
At the time years in the past, each Brady and Belichick declined to touch upon the matter.
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