Tom Brady is taking on a new role in broadcasting, but he’s already stirring the pot with strong opinions on college football. “There used to be college programs. Now, there are college teams,” Brady said, pointing out that today’s players seem more focused on playbooks than real development. But not everyone is nodding along with the GOAT. Sure, Brady’s a legend, but does that make his views untouchable? Former QB Phil Simms certainly doesn’t think so.

But before we get into this Simms vs. Brady tussle, you must know that it was not just this statement that got the ex-Giants QB eager to respond. Tom made another bold comment, and doubled down on it, during the appearance with Stephen A. Smith at Fanatics Fest. He said, “I think it’s a tragedy that we are forcing these rookies to play early because we dumbed the game down.” Strong words, right? Simms made it clear that he wasn’t just going to stand on the sidelines for this one. On his podcast, Simms Complete, on 24th August, Simms fired back. He said, “I disagree that you’re just throwing them into this.” 

So, what’s the truth? Are rookies being pushed too soon, or is it just the evolution of the game? We would say that instead of it being a true or false qualm, it’s more of a perspective play. See, the thing is Football has changed—no doubt about it. Remember, Brady entered the league as a sixth-rounder back in 2000, and the landscape was different. Now, we’ve got quarterbacks like Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and Patriots’ No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye, who might be starting Week 1 for Brady’s former teammate, Jerod Mayo, in Foxborough.

Flip the script to Brady’s early days: he rode the bench behind Drew Bledsoe before his legendary breakout. But now? Rookies are diving straight into the deep end, taking snaps from day one, and their skills are tested against NFL defenses from the get-go. Is it the right move? That’s when Brady points out that spending hours in training camps might actually hold coaches back from teaching at deeper levels. Why? “Because they realize the players don’t have the opportunity to go to a deep level. So, they’re going to teach them where they’re at,” he said.

From Simms’ perspective, college football’s shift to pass-heavy offenses is a game-changer. Why? Because quarterbacks are entering the league with way more reps under their belts. “These guys have the talent and the experience. It’s the number of throws they are getting in college that I think’s making the transition easier,” Simms said. So, are these rookies better prepared? Simms certainly believes so, and especially the signal-callers. He feels it’s more so that the quarterback position is just evolving a lot with time.

Now, it’s up to you guys to decide which side you want to choose. But here’s a little something Peyton Manning said that might resonate better. On August 22, Manning joined Stephen A. Smith and weighed in on Tom Brady’s comments. “The game is still hard, “ He said, adding that the NFL coaches are smartly adapting their offenses to fit their quarterbacks. Example “I promise you, Andy Reid saw Texas Tech’s film and thought, ‘These plays worked for Patrick Mahomes in college, so let’s use them’.”

Patrick Mahomes’ leading by example!

Let’s just say that while Tom Brady’s taking matters into his own hands to point out the shortcomings of the modern-day game, Patrick Mahomes is making a point in his own way. The Texas-born and bred took time out from his practice sessions to throw a touchdown of generosity towards his alma mater, Texas Tech. On August 22, the Chiefs’ superstar made headlines with a jaw-dropping $5 million donation. This isn’t just a small play; it’s a big win for Texas Tech’s new South End Zone and Dustin R. Womble Football Center, a project worth $242 million. Talk about moving the chains!

Why? You might ask. Well, this donation will fund a walkthrough area named after Mahomes and secure him naming rights for the quarterback meeting room and offensive coordinator’s office in the new South End Zone at Jones AT&T Stadium. As the Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt mentioned, the school couldn’t have been “prouder” with this generous gift from Patrick and Brittany Mahomes.

But Pat Sr. did not call him ‘Showtime’ just for show. Be it on gridiron, or off it, Mahomes knows how to live up to that nickname. Now, he isn’t just dropping the mic on this one. He’s also making waves with NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) news. Pat announced the first-ever Team Mahomes NIL class in partnership with Adidas. “Wreck ‘Em; Proud to announce the inaugural @adidas Team Mahomes NIL class,” Mahomes said.

This new class includes athletes from basketball, baseball, softball, and soccer, showing his commitment to all Red Raiders. So, with a $500 million contract in his pocket and a Super Bowl title to defend, Mahomes is ending the summer on a high note. Up next? All eyes on a 3-peat! If he gets it done, do you think he will leave Tom Brady behind in the GOAT debate? Let us know!

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