New York – Football fans have mixed reactions to Tom Brady’s retirement, with some applauding the legendary quarterback’s decision while others are in disbelief
“I think it’s about time,” said one Bears fan.
Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski played together for 11 seasons after Rob was drafted to the New England Patriots in 2010.
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Tom Brady announces ‘retiring for good’
A Giants fan told Fox News, “He’s a dinosaur now, leave it.” “He should retire, he’s a goat, give someone else a chance.”
Brady announces his retirement on social media Wednesday morning about the seven-time Super Bowl champion holding multiple NFL passing records and leading the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to the playoffs during the 2022 season, falling for cowboys in the wild card round.
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“I can’t believe he’s retiring,” said one woman. “I mean, he played so long. Good luck to him!”
Brady’s retirement decision comes one year after his opening day said goodbye to booksonly to announce his return less than two months later.
“I’m not really sure if he’s really retiring,” said Rory, of Connecticut. “I hope he … is the quarterback for the New York Jets next year.”
Brady has won the Lombardi Trophy seven times and has more Super Bowl wins than any quarterback to ever play football.
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After hanging up his cleats, the former New England Patriots quarterback has hope join the broadcast booth, He has agreed a long-term deal with Fox Sports, reportedly signing a deal worth $375 million over 10 years.
One football fan said, “I’ll be interested to hear what he has to say about other people playing the game.”
Tom Brady of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates running for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game.
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Another fan said, “I think he’ll be good in this.”
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Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report.