Tom Brady Is No Longer Retiring: ‘I’m Coming Back’
Well, that didn’t last long. Tom Brady took to Twitter tonight to announce that he is no longer retiring and that he’ll be playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next…
TAMPA, FLORIDA – JANUARY 23: Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers warms up prior to playing the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Raymond James Stadium on January 23, 2022 in Tampa, Florida.
(Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)Well, that didn't last long. Tom Brady took to Twitter tonight to announce that he is no longer retiring and that he'll be playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next season. He wrote, "These past two months I’ve realized my place is still on the field and not in the stands. That time will come. But it’s not now. I love my teammates, and I love my supportive family. They make it all possible. I’m coming back for my 23rd season in Tampa. Unfinished business LFG."
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All we can really say is THANK YOU TB12 for all the incredible memories.
For over two decades, Tom Brady, gave Pats fans some any incredible moments. From back to back Super Bowl Wins, to breaking the record for QB wins in 2016 to the unforgettable 28-3 comeback against Atlanta, the list can go on and on!
So, even though he didn't end his career here , Tom Brady will always be a New England Patriot! And he will forever be the G.O.A.T!
His statement on IG is below and keep scrolling to see 12 unforgettable moments Tom has in his 20 year career as a Patriot!
The Brady-Manning Rivalry
Andy Lyons/Getty ImagesThis rivalry was one to watch, but Tom took home the AFC trophy in 2004 beating Peyton Manning for the first time in a playoff game.
INDIANAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 04: Peyton Manning #18 of the Indianapolis Colts and Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots meets on the field after the Patriots won their game 24-20 on November 4, 2007 at the RCA Dome in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
5 Touchdowns in one quarter
Elsa/Getty ImagesA snowy game against the Titans lead Tom to throw five touchdowns in the second quarter alone with an ending score of 59-0.
FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 18: Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots calls out the play as Sebastian Vollmer #76 listens in the first quarter against the Tennessee Titans on October 18, 2009 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Beating The Steelers
Andy Lyons/Getty ImagesThe Steelers were the favorites in the 2004-2005 season with a 15-1 record and homefield advantage. That did not stop Tom from advancing his team to the Super Bowl.
PITTSBURGH - OCTOBER 31: Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots prepares for the snap against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the game at Heinz Field on October 31, 2004 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Steelers defeated the Patriots 34-20, handing New England their first loss of the season. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
A perfect season
Rick Stewart/Getty ImagesTom brought the Pats to a perfect regular season in 2007 with 16-0.
BUFFALO, NY - NOVEMBER 18: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots smiles during the game against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium November 18, 2007 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)
The “Tuck Rule”
Rick Stewart/Getty ImagesThis moment is one Raiders fans will never forget. Tom had the football when he was hit, brining the ball into his body. At first it was ruled a fumble, but upon inspection the refs ruled it an incomplete forward pass, giving possession back to New England. The game sent the Pats to the Super Bowl in the 2001-2002 season.
ORCHARD PARK, NY - DECEMBER 11: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots points out the defense during the game with the Buffalo Bills on December 11, 2005 at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. The Pats won 35-7. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)
Patriots Seahawks Super Bowl Game
Elsa/Getty ImagesThe Pats were down 10 points, but that didn’t mean anything to Tom. They went on to win the 2015 Super Bowl. Who could forget Malcolm Butler wrapped up on the sidelines in defeat?
GLENDALE, AZ - FEBRUARY 01: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots reacts against the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium on February 1, 2015 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Back-To-Back Super Bowls
Donald Miralle/Getty ImagesThe rings started to pile up for Tom after he brought the Pats to the Super Bowl for back-to-back titles following the 2003-2004 seasons.
HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 1: Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots throws the ball against the Carolina Panthers during Super Bowl XXXVIII at Reliant Stadium on February 1, 2004 in Houston, Texas. The Patriots won 32-29 to claim their second Super Bowl in three years. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
All we do is win!
Maddie Meyer/Getty ImagesIn 2016 the Patriots beat the Rams which earned Tom his 201st victory of his career, passing Peyton Manning as the quarterback with the most wins in NFL history.
FOXBORO, MA - DECEMBER 24: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots looks for a pass during the first half against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium on December 24, 2016 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Age is just a number
Bob Levey/Getty ImagesThe years haven’t slowed down Tom at all. At age 40 he took home the NFL MVP.
HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 06: Super Bowl LI MVP Tom Brady talks with the media about their win over the Atlanta Falcons at the Super Bowl Winner and MVP press conference on February 6, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
The Gronk and Brady Special
Justin Edmonds/Getty ImagesThe Pats were up against the Rams in the 2019 Super Bowl and tied in the fourth quarter. With about 7 minutes left Tom threw a perfect pass to Rob Gronkowski to the two-yard line, later resulting in a touchdown.
DENVER, CO - NOVEMBER 12: Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots celebrates a fourth quarter touchdown with Rob Gronkowski #87 during a game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on November 12, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
The one that started it all!
Darren McCollester/Getty ImagesTom won his very first Super Bowl with Bill Belichick in 2002 against the Rams. Nothing beats seeing the ducks make their way through Boston for the big celebration.
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady waves to the crowd February 5, 2002 during a victory parade in Boston, MA. Brady became the youngest quarterback to ever win a Superbowl when he and his team beat the St. Louis Rams on Sunday. (Photo by Darren McCollester/Getty Images)
Super Bowl Comeback
Al Bello/Getty ImagesThis is the game no Pats fan will ever forget. In 2017 Tom and the Patriots came back from a 28-3 score to win the Superbowl over the Atlanta Falcons. NEVER count the GOAT out!!
HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 05: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots raises the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Patriots defeat the Atlanta Falcons 34-28 in overtime of Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
