Future NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady will be in attendance for the New England Patriots’ Week 1 clash against the Philadelphia Eagles. But only as a spectator, not a fan.
Patriots owner Robert Kraft will honor the Super Bowl champion quarterback for his 20 years of service as one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play the game.
Brady recently spoke about the honor during an appearance on ESPN.
“It was such a kind gesture by RKK, who I’ve been in touch with since the season ended,” Brady said, according to NFL.com. “We’ve always had a great relationship. From the moment that I stepped foot in Foxborough, I’ve cherished that opportunity, and I’ve always felt like I’ve been a member of that organization. I know my football journey took me to Tampa for three years, which I absolutely loved. And when that ended I had an opportunity to really reconnect with RKK on a personal level.
“He thought this was something that the fans would really enjoy. Obviously, I want to go back there and see the fans. See my teammates. I went back there one time, it was in an opposing uniform, which was a different type of welcoming. Although people were very polite, and I had a great experience. To be able to go back there in a different frame of mind, a less competitive frame of mind, and I’m always pulling for the Patriots. It’s been a great organization. I’ve got so many friends there still. My kids were born in Boston. I have so many incredible memories of my time there, and it’s a great gesture by the organization.”
Brady, as of now, remains to committed to the idea that his football playing days are behind him.
[NFL.com]
