Tom Brady may not have spent much time acknowledging the New England Patriots following his decision to retire from the NFL, with his statement on Instagram focusing largely upon the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and his family.
But the Patriots went out of their way to show appreciation for Brady, with owner Robert Kraft putting out a statement of admiration for the former Patriots and Buccaneers quarterback.
Brady started his career famously as a sixth-round pick in New England where he earned his way onto the roster and, eventually, into a starting role. He then proceeded to win seven Super Bowls, including six with the Patriots. Here’s a look at what Kraft and the Patriots team had to say about Brady.
