Tom Bradyseven-time Super Bowl champion, announced his retirement for the second time in two years on Wednesday, but this time it’s “for good”, he assured. The NFL world reacted immediately to the departure of the legendary quarterback.
Here are some of the reactions gleaned here and there on social media.
The New England Patriots posted three goat-shaped emojis on Twitter, in reference to the term GOAT (Greatest of all time, editor’s note), to thank their former quarterback who led them to six Super Bowl titles.
πππ https://t.co/xqR9PwAaCi
β New England Patriots (@Patriots)
February 1, 2023
Brady’s other team, the Buccaneers de Tampa Baythe club with which he spent the last three seasons and which he led to a Super Bowl title in 2020, also said βThank youβ to the veteran.
#ThankYouTom ππ pic.twitter.com/VTOYBpAk2R
β Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers)
February 1, 2023
The NFL followed the Patriots and Buccaneers on Twitter in thanking Brady for all of his accomplishments during his 23-year career.
#ThankYouTom ππ pic.twitter.com/VTOYBpAk2R
β Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers)
February 1, 2023
Every player on the field knew it was an honor to play against the π@TomBrady | @NFLFilms pic.twitter.com/rhV62Ai3GE
β NFL (@NFL)
February 1, 2023
J.J. Watt, who enjoyed a 12-year Hall of Fame-worthy NFL career before announcing his retirement in December, called Brady the “greatest of all time” without “no doubt, no debate.” “It was an honor and a privilege.”
βPS – The group of new retirees meets on the golf course every morning at 10 am. The new retiree pays for the drinks, so bring your wallet. Β»
Greatest of All Time.
No question, no debate.
It’s been an honor and a privilege.
π
PS – The newly retired group meets on the golf course every morning at 10am. Drinks are on the new guy, so bring your wallet. https://t.co/rjPx7bQa6u
β JJ Watt (@JJWatt)
February 1, 2023
The star quarterback Chiefs of Kansas City Patrick Mahomeswho lost to Brady in the 2020 Super Bowl as well as the 2018 AFC Championship game, posted a series of goat emojis on Twitter.
πππ https://t.co/6WSsjsk5Wu
β Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes)
February 1, 2023
Brady’s former defensive back and longtime New England teammate Jason McCourty also thanked him on Twitter.
Thank you @TomBrady !!!
π π π #goat pic.twitter.com/ngsSzGpBDn
β Jason McCourty (@JasonMcCourty)
February 1, 2023
The Ravens de Baltimore for their part congratulated Brady on his career, taking note of their battles over the years.
We had many battles over the yearsβ¦
Congratulations on a great career @TomBrady. pic.twitter.com/GoxhSxkf88
β Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens)
February 1, 2023
The Pro Football Hall of Fame tweeted that 2028 would be a big year. Players can be admitted to the Hall of Fame five years after their retirement. Brady is guaranteed to enter in his first year of eligibility.
Should this morning’s retirement announcement truly be the end of @TomBrady‘s illustrious career, 2028 is a year worth noting. pic.twitter.com/w6xIaYKDe2
β Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF)
February 1, 2023
The former quarterback New York JetsMark Sanchez, posted on Twitter a series of goat-like emojis, as well as a congratulatory message and a series of photos from their many confrontations in the AFC East Division.
Congrats on a great career run @TomBrady πππ pic.twitter.com/coxvib6NJx
βMark Sanchez (@Mark_Sanchez)
February 1, 2023
Warren Moon, a former Hall of Fame quarterback and CFL legend, tweeted his congratulations and said a βgolden jacket awaits him,β meaning a spot. at the Pantheon.
Congratulations again Tom on a amazing career! You have been a great ambassador for the game of football, and the greatest champion it has seen. All the best in the next life challenges you decide to pursue!
Your gold jacket is waiting for you. π€πΎ
β Warren Moon (@WMoon1)
February 1, 2023
