Tom Brady, one of the greatest players in NFL history, has retired from the sport.
The quarterback won seven Super Bowls in a career spanning 22 seasons with New England and Tampa Bay.
A privilege to watch and a dream come true.
Statement from Robert Kraft on Tom Brady: https://t.co/YsXbvFx12d pic.twitter.com/r6zIMHKCU1— New England Patriots (@Patriots) February 1, 2022
Brady posted on social media "It's time to focus my energy on other things".
In a nine-page parting address, he made no mention of the Patriots.
"I have always believed the sport of football is an 'all-in' proposition — if a 100% competitive commitment isn't there, you won't succeed, as success is what I love so much about our game," Brady wrote. "There is a physical, mental, and emotional challenge EVERY single day that has allowed me to maximize my highest potential. And I have tried my very best these past 22 years. There are no shortcuts to success on the field or in life.
"This is difficult for me to write, but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore. I have loved my NFL career, and now it is time to focus my time and energy on other things that require my attention."
"I understand the advance speculation about Tom's future," Yee said in the statement. "Without getting into the accuracy or inaccuracy of what's being reported, Tom will be the only person to express his plans with complete accuracy. He knows the realities of the football business and planning calendar as well as anybody, so that should be soon."
