Bill Belichick Calls Tom Brady The Greatest Player In NFL History
New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick released a statement Wednesday evening following Tom Brady’s retirement announcement yesterday.
Bill Belichick called Brady “the ultimate competitor” and the “best player in NFL history.”
Belichick’s full statement read:
“I am privileged to have drafted and coached Tom Brady, the ultimate competitor and winner. Tom’s humble beginning in professional football ultimately ended with him becoming the best player in NFL history. Tom consistently performed at the highest level against competition that always made him the number one player to stop. His pursuit of excellence was inspirational. Tom was professional on and off the field, and carried himself with class, integrity and kindness. I thank Tom for his relentless pursuit of excellence and positive impact on me and the New England Patriots for 20 years.”
The ultimate competitor.
Statement from Bill Belichick on Tom Brady: https://t.co/vYpiKZEKDG pic.twitter.com/mOsgSJsuEk
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) February 3, 2022