Best Of Social Media: Tom Brady Announces His Retirement
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(PHOTO: Mark J. Rebilas - USA TODAY Sports) For the second consecutive start to February, quarterback Tom Brady announced his retirement, but this time, it appears there is no coming back.
The future Hall of Famer shared a short video across all of his social media accounts delivering the news on Wednesday.
“I’ll get to the point right away,” Brady said. “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,” Brady continued “I won’t be long-winded. You only get one super emotional retirement essay, and I used mine up last year, so really thank you guys so much to every single one of you for supporting me.”
Truly grateful on this day. Thank you 🙏🏻❤️ pic.twitter.com/j2s2sezvSS
— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) February 1, 2023
According to ESPN’s Jeff Darlington, Brady informed the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of his decision at 6 a.m. ET Wednesday.
“My family, my friends, my teammates, my competitors — I could go on forever, there’s too many,” Brady went on to say. “Thank you guys for allowing me to live my absolute dream. I wouldn’t change a thing. Love you all.”
After 23 pro seasons, Brady walks away leading almost every major passing statistical category from yards (89,214) to touchdowns (649) and game-winning drives in the playoffs with 14.
The seven-time Super Bowl champion won’t remain out of the public eye long however, he’s expected to join FOX Sports as a football color commentator after agreeing to a 10-year, $375 million contract this past summer.
In the hours that followed Brady’s announcement, the NFL community shared their reactions across social media.
You can check out all the best postings below.
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) February 1, 2023
Love ya bro❤️ it was a pleasure! https://t.co/MilAiUjy2r
— James White (@SweetFeet_White) February 1, 2023
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
Congrats brother! https://t.co/iyqGXUJOxU
— danny woodhead (@danny__woodhead) February 1, 2023
I got to witness greatness daily for years and I’m thankful for that 🐐 @TomBrady pic.twitter.com/DF3llCfFgj
— Logan Ryan (@RealLoganRyan) 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
Congrats Tom. 👑
Salute to the Greatest. 🐐 #12 https://t.co/3l1ZxzdIoQ— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) February 1, 2023
you are a special one. congrats on a great career. you will be written in the books as the greatest to ever play the game we love. @TomBrady
— Darrelle Revis (@Revis24) February 1, 2023
The 🐐 thank you 🙏🏽 @TomBrady https://t.co/81NoBybNC3
— Josh Uche 🧠🇳🇬 (@_Uche35) February 1, 2023
https://twitter.com/chanjones55/status/1620823210408411136?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1620823210408411136%7Ctwgr%5Ed1c07531be7d924c76fd599e20cc9d4157cdc353%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nfl.com%2Fnews%2Fnfl-community-reacts-to-tom-brady-s-second-retirement-on-social-media
— Devin McCourty (@devinmccourty) February 1, 2023
@TomBrady
Who would have known then. Simply The Best.
Congratulations #GOAT pic.twitter.com/GyHuFWkd8f— Sean Payton (@SeanPayton) February 1, 2023
@TomBrady Congratulations on an unbelievable career!!! I am forever grateful to witness your passion, hard work, competitiveness, and friendship. The GOAT teammate, competitor and friend! Cheers to the next chapter! 🥂 🐐 pic.twitter.com/PcJmzRmUq1
— Brian Hoyer (@bhoyer7) February 1, 2023
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