Bill Belichick says one night isn’t close to enough appreciation for Tom Brady
The New England Patriots will be honoring Tom Brady during their first game of the season against the Philadelphia Eagles. Bill Belichick doesn’t believe one day is enough to honor the legendary quarterback that won 6 Super Bowls during his time with the Patriots, as well as a record 9 AFC Championships.
“I’ve spoken to Tom a couple of times. Always look forward to talking to Tom and what a great experience and opportunity it was for me to coach Tom,” Belichick said, via Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald. “Tremendous appreciation for everything he did for me, did for our team, everything he gave us. Look forward to seeing him. Sounds like he’s moving on to a very successful career in broadcasting and whatever else he decides to do. He’s a pretty talented guy, I’m sure he’ll do well in whatever he chooses to do, whatever area that is. So, look forward to seeing him and I’m sure there will be a lot of excitement at the game, in the stands as there should be.
“He’s done an awful lot for this organization, for this franchise, for this city, the National Football League. One night’s really not enough, anywhere close to being enough for the appreciation for what Tom deserves.”
“I feel very fortunate to have coached Tom, Lawrence Taylor, Matt Slater,” Belichick said. “That’s the three top players at their position: offense, defense, special teams that I think have played in the history of the game, and that’s pretty — I feel pretty lucky as a coach.
“Great players make great coaches, and I’ve been very fortunate. There’s been a lot of great players along the way. I’m not taking anything away from anybody else. But those three are special.”
Belichick even laughed when asked if Brady deserves a statue, saying, “Give him whatever you want.”
Bill Belichick says one night isn't enough to properly honor Tom Brady the way he deserves.
Bill also discusses the privilege he has had to coach the three top players in their position in Brady, Lawrence Taylor & Matthew Slater.
"Great players make great coaches."
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