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Tom Brady Responds To Report He Had A “Deteriorating” Relationship With Josh McDaniels

Robert Alvarez
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May 12, 2020 at 2:12 pm ET · 2 min read · 3.4k views
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On Monday, the New York Daily News’ Gary Myers reported an “excellent source” told him quarterback Tom Brady and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels had a “deteriorating relationship” at the end of Brady’s tenure in New England.

You can read Myers full report in a series of tweets below.

Hard to present an order of why Tom Brady didn't want to return to Patriots. But one thing has been very much overlooked, according to an excellent source: His deteriorating relationship with OC Josh McDaniels. Tom was worn out by Josh after all these years. That surprised me.

— Gary Myers (@GaryMyersNY) May 11, 2020

So, in my opinion, here's why Brady is not in NE, in no order:
*Was worn out by Belichick. Not fun in NE
*Create competition with BB to see who could win SB without the other
*Tired of McDaniels
*Wanted more $ & more than a 1-year deal
*Talent around him diminished
*Warm weather

— Gary Myers (@GaryMyersNY) May 11, 2020

This is for @OMFonWEEI. In no way did I walk back my info. Just saying not blaming Brady for what happened in relationship w/Josh. I did criticize him for not throwing to some receivers. 2 different issues. Not concerned about Brady reax. He understands how the business works. https://t.co/LADda2ctyo

— Gary Myers (@GaryMyersNY) May 11, 2020

Later Monday evening, Brady refuted the report in his Instagram story, called it “nonsense” and said “please be more responsible” with reporting.

Brady concluded the post by saying “19 years together and brothers for life” with a heart emoji.

Tom Brady responds to @GaryMyersNY report about him and Josh McDaniels. pic.twitter.com/TQWjX4bHYL

— Robert Alvarez (@ralvarez617) May 11, 2020

McDaniels has been apart of all six New England Patriots Super Bowl championship teams across multiple coaching positions and in 16 of Brady’s 20 professional seasons.

When Brady left the Patriots for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers back in March, McDaniels had nothing but good things to say about their relationship.

“I have so much gratitude for Tom Brady,” McDaniels said. “He has made me a better coach and more importantly a better person. He has always been genuinely kind and caring to me and my family. Yet, at the same time, I have never met anyone as demanding and relentless in his pursuit of improvement, perfection and championships. “His work ethic and drive propelled our offense and our team to perform at the very highest level throughout his career. He represented all of us with class and integrity. We will miss his passion and intensity, his character and wisdom, and his preparation and diligence. I will miss all the meetings, FaceTimes, emails and texts in our pursuit of a good play. He always performed his best in the most critical times under the most significant pressure. I have never coached a tougher player in my career.”

Despite the denial from Brady, Myers stood by his reporting.

I had great sources (plural) on my report today. I trust them. You can trust what Tom said publicly. I trust what I learned went on in private. https://t.co/MJrCXJ5WRv

— Gary Myers (@GaryMyersNY) May 12, 2020

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