Tom Brady officially confirmed his retirement Tuesday after a 22-year NFL career that included an unprecedented seven Super Bowl titles and five Super Bowl MVPs.
Brady made the announcement on Instagram after questions emerged over whether he would actually bow out when Brady said his mind was not made up following earlier unconfirmed reports of his imminent retirement.
Brady even walked back the rumors as late as yesterday, saying on a radio show that he was still taking things “day-by-day.”
By Tuesday morning, however, he had erased any further doubts.
Across social media there was countless praise for Brady, with fans making statistical references about his career and applauding his retirement as the true GOAT of the NFL.
“Still at the top of his game,” NFL on CBS noted.
There were also statements from John Elway, Hall of Fame QB Peyton Manning and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, each praising Brady’s example and contributions to the game for more than two decades.
With Brady’s retirement, he now becomes eligible to enter the Hall of Fame in 2027.
Patriots owner Robert Kraft issued a statement, saying: “I have the greatest respect for Tom personally and always will.”
The news about Brady was the “talk of the town” Tuesday.
Making light of the historic moment, a Philadelphia news station wouldn’t let Brady forget about one of his career low-lights.
The Buffalo Bills, Brady’s longtime divisional rival, also quipped on Brady’s retirement.
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