The NFL community and beyond reacted with congratulatory and thankful voices on Wednesday morning to the news living legend Tom Brady was retiring. Everyone from former teammates to icons from other sports chimed in after Brady’s announcement.
Here is a snapshot of the reaction and outpouring of appreciation Brady’s retirement evoked.
From the ❤️
Robert Kraft reflects on @TomBrady. pic.twitter.com/JdzswZQfUk
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) February 1, 2023
Forever a legend.
Congratulations, @TomBrady. pic.twitter.com/MWLOGShcEC
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) February 1, 2023
#ThankYouTom 🙏🐐 pic.twitter.com/VTOYBpAk2R
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) February 1, 2023
Simply, the greatest player ever – 7 time Super Bowl champion https://t.co/XItUUiPm38
— Mike Tannenbaum (@RealTannenbaum) February 1, 2023
Tommy, since I already wrote you a long retirement message last year, this time I shall say, welcome to the 2x retired club.
You’re a legend and you always will be, my friend ♥️🏉 @TomBrady pic.twitter.com/88oWYvQtdo
— Rob Gronkowski (@RobGronkowski) February 1, 2023
Thanks for pushing me everyday this season mentally and physically to get back on the field. I'm glad I was able to take the field with you one last time! Enjoy retirement, don't dog me too much in the booth. Love ya man! @TomBrady pic.twitter.com/Q3G5eoTJgc
— Ryan Jensen (@sinjen66) February 1, 2023
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
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
Congrats @TomBrady on an unbelievable career. It was fun to watch! https://t.co/zkobgugR52
— Derek Jeter (@derekjeter) February 1, 2023
Nobody has ever done it better. Congratulations on one amazing career, @TomBrady, we love you!
— Michigan Football (@UMichFootball) February 1, 2023
I got to witness greatness daily for years and I’m thankful for that 🐐 @TomBrady pic.twitter.com/DF3llCfFgj
— Logan Ryan (@RealLoganRyan) February 1, 2023
.@TedyBruschi shared an incredible story about Tom Brady's "addiction to winning" following his retirement from the NFL: pic.twitter.com/KOhxy03ihi
— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) February 1, 2023
I recognize those retirement emotions anywhere! Hell of a run @TomBrady Welcome✊🏾
— Charles Woodson (@CharlesWoodson) February 1, 2023
I would post a tribute to Tom but did one last year. No more. Congrats on a great career, buddy! https://t.co/ERf2w9MrRA
— Matt Cassel (@M_Cassel16) February 1, 2023
Man’s wasnt gon let anyone leak from his camp this yr…🫡 🐐 https://t.co/u1Rko0oxxX
— cameron jordan (@camjordan94) February 1, 2023