As matchup with the San Franisco 49ers approaches, Julian Edelman reflects back on the impact rooting for the team had on his life.

Public Policy Polling does an annual survey of NFL fans across the country and asked who is the most hated team in the NFL. The most hated team is now New England with 23 percent of America saying they hate the Patriots.

In what had to be one of the more bizarre scenarios of his regime, Goodell cites Brady’s “enduring legacy” and thanking him for what he has “contributed to our great game,” in his letter.

Here are some fun facts before the Patriots take on the Miami Dolphins on Thursday Night Football, including a Tom Brady, Joe Montana comparison.