Soul_Survivor88
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EDIT: I don't think Tom should retire if he loses in Court....but I would not blame him if he did. I'm just curious how the rest of you feel
I have the utmost admiration for Tom Brady. He's earned every ounce of my respect. When most people would caved in to Goodell (see Kraft) he has chosen to fight on. He has gone the distance to prove his innocence. He has put aside the temptation to accept a reduced suspension, and he has made it clear that he will not accept anything less than zero games! That said, if things continue to play out as they have, then the Court may very well decide to rule in favor of the League. I'm sure the thought has crossed Brady's mind.
People in this forum, posters are being criticized for expecting the worst; but it's had to deny how badly things have been going. Aside from the results of Super Bowl (which were spectacular!) Deflate Gate has given us one nasty surprise after another. Even with the truth on his side, Brady has been screwed at almost every corner - and I don't know how much more he can take.
I don't know how much Brady will want to sacrifice for his integrity and honor, but I'm sure the thought of having to sit out any game makes him sick. And it's not just about playing football. The one thing Brady values more than football, is his family. His love for his children exceeds his love for the game. And if he doesn't fight for his innocence, then his sons are going to live with this for the rest of their lives. And it's not just his own children either. A whole generation of kids are being brought up to believe that Tom Brady is a cheater. Honor.....Family....and Legacy . That's what this is about for him.
So if it comes down to it, and if Brady is forced to accept a four-game suspension, should he make the ultimate decision to retire from the NFL?
I have the utmost admiration for Tom Brady. He's earned every ounce of my respect. When most people would caved in to Goodell (see Kraft) he has chosen to fight on. He has gone the distance to prove his innocence. He has put aside the temptation to accept a reduced suspension, and he has made it clear that he will not accept anything less than zero games! That said, if things continue to play out as they have, then the Court may very well decide to rule in favor of the League. I'm sure the thought has crossed Brady's mind.
People in this forum, posters are being criticized for expecting the worst; but it's had to deny how badly things have been going. Aside from the results of Super Bowl (which were spectacular!) Deflate Gate has given us one nasty surprise after another. Even with the truth on his side, Brady has been screwed at almost every corner - and I don't know how much more he can take.
I don't know how much Brady will want to sacrifice for his integrity and honor, but I'm sure the thought of having to sit out any game makes him sick. And it's not just about playing football. The one thing Brady values more than football, is his family. His love for his children exceeds his love for the game. And if he doesn't fight for his innocence, then his sons are going to live with this for the rest of their lives. And it's not just his own children either. A whole generation of kids are being brought up to believe that Tom Brady is a cheater. Honor.....Family....and Legacy . That's what this is about for him.
So if it comes down to it, and if Brady is forced to accept a four-game suspension, should he make the ultimate decision to retire from the NFL?
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