Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady announced his retirement for the second time in two years on Wednesday, but this time it’s “for good,” he said. 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.
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers)
February 1, 2023
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.
— New England Patriots (@Patriots)
February 1, 2023
Brady’s other team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the club he has spent the past three seasons with and led to a Super Bowl title in 2020, also said “thank you” to the veteran.
#ThankYouTom 🙏🐐 pic.twitter.com/VTOYBpAk2R
— 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 🙏🐐 pic.twitter.com/VTOYBpAk2R
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers)
February 1, 2023
Every player on the field knew it was an honor to play against the 🐐@TomBrady | @NFLFilms pic.twitter.com/rhV62Ai3GE
— NFL (@NFL)
February 1, 2023
JJ 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.”
“PS – 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. »
Greatest of All Time.
No question, no debate.
It’s been an honor and a privilege.
🐐
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
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt)
February 1, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who lost to Brady in the 2020 Super Bowl as well as the 2018 AFC Championship game, posted a series of goat emojis on Twitter.
— 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 !!!
🐐 🐐 🐐 #goat pic.twitter.com/ngsSzGpBDn
— Jason McCourty (@JasonMcCourty)
February 1, 2023
The Baltimore Ravens for their part praised Brady on his career, taking note of their battles over the years.
We had many battles over the years…
Congratulations on a great career @TomBrady. pic.twitter.com/GoxhSxkf88
— 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
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF)
February 1, 2023
Former New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez posted a series of goat-like emojis on Twitter, along with a congratulatory message and a series of photos from their many matchups in the division East of the AFC.
Congrats on a great career run @TomBrady 🐐🐐🐐 pic.twitter.com/coxvib6NJx
—Mark Sanchez (@Mark_Sanchez)
February 1, 2023
Warren Moon, a former Hall of Fame quarterback and CFL legend, tweeted his congratulations and said a “golden jacket awaits him,” 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. 🤝🏾
— Warren Moon (@WMoon1)
February 1, 2023
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