| Full Name | Thomas Edward Patrick Brady Jr. |
| Age | 46 |
| Birthday | August 3, 1977 |
| Birth Location | San Mateo, California |
| Height | 6′ 4′′ |
| Net Worth | $200M |
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Tom Brady is considered by many experts and fans to be the greatest quarterback in NFL history. He has played 23 seasons (2000-2022) – 20 with the New England Patriots and 3 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Brady has won a record 7 Super Bowl titles (6 with Patriots, 1 with Bucs), 5 Super Bowl MVPs, 3 League MVPs, and holds virtually every career passing record.
Humble Beginnings and Rise to Stardom
Brady grew up in San Mateo, California and attended Junipero Serra High School, where he played both football and baseball. An unheralded high school player, he only got interest from Michigan to play college football. Brady started off low on the depth chart for the Wolverines but eventually took over as starter in his sophomore year. He led the team to two bowl wins during his time as quarterback.
In the 2000 NFL Draft, Brady notoriously was not selected until pick #199 in the 6th round by the New England Patriots. He began as a fourth-string quarterback but quickly rose up the ranks with his diligent work ethic. By his second season, Brady became the team‘s starter – a position he would hold for 17 more years.
Greatest Postseason Performer Ever
What has defined Brady‘s career is his otherworldly postseason success. He has made the playoffs 19 times and played in 10 Super Bowls, both records. Brady‘s 35 playoff wins are more than double the next closest quarterback. When the pressure is highest, Brady always seems to shine:
- 7 Super Bowl Wins (6 with Patriots, 1 with Bucs) – Most ever
- 5 Super Bowl MVPs – Most Ever
- 10 Super Bowl appearances – Most Ever
- Fourth quarter comebacks in 5 Super Bowls
Simply put, no one has delivered more in the playoffs than Tom Brady. His ability to excel under pressure and win the biggest games is unmatched in NFL history.
Sustained Dominance Across Eras
Not only has Brady achieved unmatched playoff success, but he has managed to dominate the NFL for over two decades:
- 3 League MVPs (2007, 2010, 2017)
- 14 Pro Bowl selections
- Holds career passing records in:
- Passing Yards (84,520)
- Passing Touchdowns (624)
- Completions (7,263)
- Oldest player ever to win a Super Bowl (43 years old)
- 227 career wins (including playoffs) – most ever
The fact that Brady has been able to play at such an elite level year after year, winning MVPs and Super Bowls in his 40s, is perhaps the clearest sign of his unmatched greatness. He has dominated across changing eras of football.
The Ultimate Leader and Competitor
By all accounts, Brady‘s leadership and competitive nature set him apart just as much as his on-field performances. Some insights into what makes Brady so driven:
- Notoriously intense work ethic – “first in, last out” mentality
- Meticulous attention to nutrition, training and recovery
- Obsessive film study habits
- Legendary determination – thrives on proving doubters wrong
- Unwavering confidence – “laser focus” late in close games
- Quick decision making and reading of defenses
Brady‘s maniacal work ethic and commitment to his craft has enabled him to perform at such a high level for over 20 years. His leadership inspires excellence in his teammates.
The G.O.A.T
Given Brady‘s unparalleled career achievements, postseason success, individual accolades, statistics, longevity and leadership, most NFL experts and analysts consider him the undisputed greatest quarterback of all time. The debate essentially comes down to:
- No other QB comes close to his 7 Super Bowl rings
- No other player has delivered more in clutch moments
- Statistics and records across the board
- Sustained excellence over 20+ seasons
- Performed at elite level well into his 40s
- Unquestioned leadership and competitiveness
While athletes like Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, Babe Ruth and few others are in the conversation for GOAT across major sports, Brady‘s case is iron clad for football. His career and accomplishments may never be matched.
The Legend Lives On
Even after retiring following the 2022 season at age 45, Brady‘s legacy is etched in stone. The afterglow of his magnificent career will live on for generations. He inspired legions of fans with his otherworldly achievements and longevity. There will never be another Tom Brady – he is in a class of his own as the greatest quarterback and player to ever grace the football field.