Phil Elliott
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Gee, if you think it's "good", I can't possibly imagine how it ends...
Eh...whateva.Pretty straightforward question: When Tom Brady makes the decision to retire from the NFL, will he formally rejoin the Patriots as part of the retirement process?
2-3+ years ago, I would've thought such a question is absurd, but in light of recent events, I wouldn't be shocked to see Brady make the decision to retire as a Buccaneer (or whichever team he's on at that point).
For a little context on what spurred this specific question: According to Curran's recent article, Tom Brady Sr. has donated/given-away nearly all of his Patriots' memorabilia; that, along with Sr's generally vindictive tone re: the Patriots, which I think is a least a partial proxy for Jr's thoughts ... I began to wonder if the younger Brady might not ultimately retire a Patriot.
I wonder if he made a gentleman's agreement with Kraft after he left for Tampa Bay, and if that commitment may result in him rejoining the Patriots before formally retiring. At any rate, I hope the situation cools-off and that Brady remains close with the Patriots organization and Belichick following his retirement. We shall see.
Edit - here's the link: 'Damn Right': Tom Brady's Father Says QB Feels Vindicated By Post-Patriots Success
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"the team embraced Tommy for a while"
As an aside, it stings to see all these barbs being thrown. Obviously I still wish Brady was a Patriot, but to see the bitter, vindictive tone over a year removed from the situation, is ... really unfortunate. Wish Belichick had made more of an effort to keep Brady, and wish Brady and co. were more considerate and mindful of what the Patriots did for him, and how Brady's experience in New England enabled him to find success in Tampa Bay.
I honestly don't care one way or the other. I never thought I'd ever feel that way, but... If it does happen, I'd have only one thing I'd wish for: leave Daddy at home..Eh...whateva.
ExactlyI honestly don't care one way or the other. I never thought I'd ever feel that way, but... If it does happen, I'd have only one thing I'd wish for: leave Daddy at home..
Peyton never talks about the Colts. Refers to the Broncos as "we." He lives in Colorado. The Colts are basically dead to him given how Irsay treated him on the way out and fired Polian too.Who knows, would TB want to retire as a Patriot today, probably not. A fair bit of snark has been coming from him and his Dad. TB could easily retire as a Buc to stick a knife in Pat's connection. I think he retires as a Buc because there's not enough time for his wounds to heal.
Was thinking today that Brady will never get the love that the Manning brothers have received post retirement. Peyton is adored in two cities, Eli is the hero of NY having been the dragon slayer, twice. Brady knows that not every New England fan appreciates him leaving.
As for BB wanting him gone, the "official" word from Focboro was that the Pat's were surprised he left. Brady was unhappy all of 2019 and had poor comportment. Brady chose to leave. There was no injury excuse. I can see BB wanting to restart the QB position because BB saw the end of his own tenure so he could leave the team in good shape when he stepped down. BB made similar statements durring HOF week in rewards to Bill Cowher and Jimmy Johnson.
This is interesting. It looks like Brady's team is making the rounds a week prior to next week to get his side of things out. I wonder if this is to preempt things that are said in the Wickersham book or if they just wanted to get out in front of the Patriots knowing Bill will not want to discuss the Tampa game until next week.We're enlightened by a snake oil salesman
Alex Guerrero: Bill Belichick didn’t evolve with Tom Brady in New England
Alex Guerrero, Brady’s longtime friend, trainer and business partner, shed light on the quarterback’s relationship with Bill Belichick, recent knee surgery and return to New England.www.bostonherald.com
Stunned that the guy selling literal concussion water wasn't thought if as a guru by the coaching staff. Tried to get Brady to pimp that stuff for a hot minute too.We're enlightened by a snake oil salesman
Alex Guerrero: Bill Belichick didn’t evolve with Tom Brady in New England
Alex Guerrero, Brady’s longtime friend, trainer and business partner, shed light on the quarterback’s relationship with Bill Belichick, recent knee surgery and return to New England.www.bostonherald.com
I mean, he'll sign a one-day contract and be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame on the same day.Pretty straightforward question: When Tom Brady makes the decision to retire from the NFL, will he formally rejoin the Patriots as part of the retirement process?
2-3+ years ago, I would've thought such a question is absurd, but in light of recent events, I wouldn't be shocked to see Brady make the decision to retire as a Buccaneer (or whichever team he's on at that point).
For a little context on what spurred this specific question: According to Curran's recent article, Tom Brady Sr. has donated/given-away nearly all of his Patriots' memorabilia; that, along with Sr's generally vindictive tone re: the Patriots, which I think is a least a partial proxy for Jr's thoughts ... I began to wonder if the younger Brady might not ultimately retire a Patriot.
I wonder if he made a gentleman's agreement with Kraft after he left for Tampa Bay, and if that commitment may result in him rejoining the Patriots before formally retiring. At any rate, I hope the situation cools-off and that Brady remains close with the Patriots organization and Belichick following his retirement. We shall see.
Edit - here's the link: 'Damn Right': Tom Brady's Father Says QB Feels Vindicated By Post-Patriots Success
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"the team embraced Tommy for a while"
As an aside, it stings to see all these barbs being thrown. Obviously I still wish Brady was a Patriot, but to see the bitter, vindictive tone over a year removed from the situation, is ... really unfortunate. Wish Belichick had made more of an effort to keep Brady, and wish Brady and co. were more considerate and mindful of what the Patriots did for him, and how Brady's experience in New England enabled him to find success in Tampa Bay.
Ruff! Ruff!*Snigger. She doesn't get it. We are allowed talk Brady all we want here but she and Middy can only do it in their kennel.
I appreciate """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""Doctor""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" Concussion Water's opinion, really I do. But perhaps he's projecting his own experiences here.
True. He didn't want to have to get work done by his trainer from the luxury box. LolHis best friend and business partner said it.
It just looks bad for Bill in hindsight because Brady won the SB and is lighting things up this season.