Huh, the parallel with Kobe is pretty interesting. However, Kobe is cold hearted...he can miss 20 shots but he never doubts that his next one is going in. Brady doesn't seem to exude that quiet confidence, that "I'm the best and am going to prove it to you" attitude anymore. It flashes occasionally (vs the Broncos), but usually he looks like he's just playing not to lose these big games.
I've been concerned about that too. I don't think he recovered from Super Bowl 42, and neither did Bill ( where is his cold-blooded, and show no mercy coaching?). That was a really devastating loss. I don't care who you are. That really would damage your psyche, then add in his injury that put him out for a season.
His facial expression is "I hope I don't make mistakes and blow it." It's like there is a nervous energy and quiet panic.
I think that needs to get addressed by someone like a psychological professional. "I'm going to do better." and "I hope that we have a parade." don't cut it. That is just passive and lacks conviction. Like let me soften the blow if I botch this.
The thing with successful people is that they own their dreams, goals, and aspirations.
You have to say, really believe, and own that you are going to go out there, and accomplish your dreams.
Where is the scrappy 6th Round draft pick who was determined to show the world even though they wrote him off he was going to be one of the greatest if not the greatest quarterbacks ever?
It's looks like he's been replaced with a "I'm just happy to be here wherever that is." quarterback.
Like I said I hope he wins 2 rings, but I'll settle for one. However, the window is rapidly closing.
I personally think Kobe is narcissistic, but his personality helped him get 2 more rings so...