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| Brady is considered among the greatest players of all-time |
This is proof that if you are at the bottom, there's no other way to go but up.
Tom Brady was a picked 199th overall in the 2000 NFL drafts. Overlooked by most NFL Scouts despite an impressive career in Michigan (because he didn't have NFL "size" and "quickness"), Brady was picked by the New England Patriots on a sixth round compensatory selection awarded by the NFL.
In training camp, he took that chip on his shoulder and won a spot on the regular roster as the fourth string QB behind Starter Drew Bledsoe and back-ups Michael Bishop and John Friesz. Before season's end, he was the 2nd string QB. The following year, he was impressive at preseason and beat out Damon Huard as the undisputed back-up to Bledsoe.
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| Brady's Draft Sheet from 2000 |
When Bledsoe suffered internal bleeding during week 2 of the 2001 season, Brady took over and since then, hasn't looked back. He led the Patriots to its first Super Bowl Championship that year and since then, won 2 more. He would win multiple MVP awards and shatter season passing records. He led the Patriots to the first "perfect" regular season in over 4 decades.
Despite our hatred towards pretty boys, no one can argue that Brady is having a career for the ages. His NFL accomplishments guarantee him a first ballot spot in the NFL Hall of Fame. Truly remarkable for a sixth round pick.
About The Author
Victor Dela Casa spent over a decade working as business professional in Canada. Worked in IT, finance, marketing, international trade, public service, project management and the maritime industry. Degree in Economics from the University of the Philippines and Honours Diploma from Eastern College.
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