And just like that, the GOAT rides off into the sunset.
The greatest statistical quarterback in NFL history, Tom Brady, has officially hung up his cleats for good after he unretired last season, by sharing this emotional message via social media, saying:
“I’ll get to the point right away… I’m retiring for good.
I know the process was a pretty big deal last time, so when I woke up this morning, I figured I’d just press record and let you guys know first.
I won’t be long-winded, you only get one super emotional essay and I used mine up last year.
Thank you guys so much, to every single one of you for supporting me… my family, my friends, my teammates, competitors… thank you guys for allowing me to live my absolute dream, I wouldn’t change a thing.
I love you all.”
Truly grateful on this day. Thank you 🙏🏻❤️ pic.twitter.com/j2s2sezvSS
— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) February 1, 2023
We’re talking about a seven time Super Bowl winner during his time with the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and holds the record for passing yards, passing touchdowns, completions, and most amount of wins by a quarterback in NFL history, and the list goes on and on during his 23-year stint in the league.
It’s seriously hard to wrap your head around the fact that the legendary QB won’t be taking another snap for the rest of his life, but he won’t be too far away, as he took a job at FOX Sports as a lead NFL analyst, a deal he inked after initially retiring last year.
"We are pleased to announce that immediately following his playing career, 7-time Super Bowl Champion Tom Brady will be joining us at @FOXSports as our lead analyst. pic.twitter.com/fJTOQJ9BwM
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) May 10, 2022
Although this season didn’t end the way he wanted, Brady still led the Bucs to their third straight NFC South Division championship, and birthed a playoff bid as well.
And after seeing all of these reactions from the NFL world, it’s easy to see how much of a mark the 45-year-old left on the league:
Greatest of All Time.
No question, no debate.
It’s been an honor and a privilege.
🐐
PS – The newly retired group meets on the golf course every morning at 10am. Drinks are on the new guy, so bring your wallet. https://t.co/rjPx7bQa6u
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) February 1, 2023
THE GOAT 🐐 https://t.co/KWfHBZJbd9
— Will Compton (@_willcompton) February 1, 2023
I would post a tribute to Tom but did one last year. No more. Congrats on a great career, buddy! https://t.co/ERf2w9MrRA
— Matt Cassel (@M_Cassel16) February 1, 2023
Legendary!!!! It was a Pleasure to Watch #Goat https://t.co/ENdyk23PHM
— Marcus Spears (@mspears96) February 1, 2023
Thank you for being an inspiration to me and so many others. Congrats @TomBrady! https://t.co/qhaYbVN1jC
— Matt Leinart (@MattLeinartQB) February 1, 2023
Congrats @TomBrady on an unbelievable career. It was fun to watch! https://t.co/zkobgugR52
— Derek Jeter (@derekjeter) February 1, 2023
Congrats brother! https://t.co/iyqGXUJOxU
— danny woodhead (@danny__woodhead) February 1, 2023
Love you Thomas ❤️ https://t.co/CxvmNMPs6B
— 7⃣ Leonard Fournette (@_fournette) February 1, 2023
A Heartfelt Retirement Announcement from Tom Brady pic.twitter.com/WtzdhAusvn
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) February 1, 2023
Thanks for pushing me everyday this season mentally and physically to get back on the field. I'm glad I was able to take the field with you one last time! Enjoy retirement, don't dog me too much in the booth. Love ya man! @TomBrady pic.twitter.com/Q3G5eoTJgc
— Ryan Jensen (@sinjen66) February 1, 2023
Watching Tom Brady get choked up announcing his retirement nearly brought me to tears. We’ll miss you GOAT 🥹🥹🥹pic.twitter.com/fke7UD0eFg
— Emmanuel Acho (@EmmanuelAcho) February 1, 2023
Thank you @TomBrady !!!
🐐 🐐 🐐 #goat pic.twitter.com/ngsSzGpBDn
— Jason McCourty (@JasonMcCourty) February 1, 2023
The 🐐of all 🐐’s congratulations @TomBrady you have been an inspiration to all of us.
— Taylor Lewan (@TaylorLewan77) February 1, 2023
