Fans Speculate About ‘Secret Message’ Hidden In Brady’s Farewell Address

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David Rufful
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Fans say that NFL legendary quarterback Tom Brady, who won seven Super Bowl titles and three MVP awards, snubbed the Patriots in his final farewell while announcing his retirement.

Sportswriter Mark Daniels of The Providence Journal and USA Today noted, “The photo Tom Brady used to announce his retirement was taken on Oct. 3 – inside Gillette Stadium when the Bucs beat the Patriots.”

“I do not think that’s a coincidence,” he added.

Brady also released a very long statement, which seemed to acknowledge and thank everyone imaginable besides anyone connected to the Patriots.

Brady spent most of his 22 seasons with New England. He was drafted by the Patriots with the 199th pick of the 2000 draft.

“In his lengthy statement, Brady failed to mention the Patriots at all,” Fox News reported. Take a look at the responses from fans:

“I have always believed the sport of football is an ‘all-in’ proposition – if a 100% competitive commitment isn’t there you won’t’ succeed, and success is what I love so much about our game. There is a physical, mental, and emotional challenge EVERY single day that has allowed me to maximize my highest potential. And I have tried my very best these past 22 years. There are no shortcuts to success on the field or in life.

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“This is difficult for me to write but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore. I have loved my NFL career and now it is time to focus my time and energy on other things that require my attention.

“I’ve done a lot of reflecting the past week and have asked myself difficult questions. And I am so proud of what we have achieved. My teammates, 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.

“To my Bucs teammates 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. I am always here for you guys and want to see you continue to push yourself to be your best. I couldn’t be happier with what we accomplished.

“To all the Bucs fans, thank you. I didn’t know what to expect when I arrived here, but your support and embrace have enriched my life and that of my family. I have been honored to play for such a passionate and fun fan base. What a Krewe!!!

“To the City of Tampa and the entire Tampa-St. Petersburg region, thank you. It has been wonderful to be a resident of such a fun place to live. I want to be invited to our next boat parade!

“To the Glazer family, thank you for taking a chance on me and supporting me. I know I was demanding at times but you provided everything we needed to win, and your ownership was everything a player could ask for.”

“My playing career has been such a thrilling ride, and far beyond my imagination, and full of ups and downs. When you’re in it every day, you don’t really think about any kind of ending. As I sit here now, however, I think of all the great players and coaches I was privileged to play with and against the competition was fierce and deep, JUST HOW WE LIKE IT. But the friendships and relationships are just as fierce and deep. I will remember and cherish these memories and re-visit them often. I feel like the luckiest person in the world.”