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HOUSTON, TX – DECEMBER 1: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans talks after the game on the field while surrounded by photographers to Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots at NRG Stadium on December 1, 2019 in Houston, Texas. The Texans defeated the Patriots 28-22. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
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HOUSTON, TX – DECEMBER 1: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans talks after the game on the field while surrounded by photographers to Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots at NRG Stadium on December 1, 2019 in Houston, Texas. The Texans defeated the Patriots 28-22. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
Tom Brady might have retired, but his 2 decades of experience still surpasses anyone in the game. He is the perfect example of dedication and hard work. He built himself from the ground up and achieved more than any other player. We have heard time and time again about his journey and how he fought every obstacle thrown in his way. Brady was drafted as the 199th pick in the 2000 draft as the quarterback of the New England Patriots. But we knew that already. So, why does he keep bringing it up?
No one in history has had a disappointing draft pick than Brady. Every once in a while, rookies face a similar experience to Brady’s disappointing pick. Will Levis, drafted rookie QB for the Tennessee Titans, had a breakdown during this year’s draft. He pulled through and had the opportunity to talk game with Brady.
From the 199th Pick to the GOAT
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Will Levis’ draft pick expectation was very high this year. But the outcomes weren’t so great when he was not selected in the first round. He seemed very upset, as one should be, and on the verge of tears. But fortunately for the rookie QB, he was selected the next day for the Titans. Brady took his time meeting up with the rookie, but when he did, he did his wisdom to share. Brady took part in the lunch at fanatic CEO Michael Rubin’s house.
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FOXBOROUGH, MA – NOVEMBER 04: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots talks with Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers after the Patriots defeated the Packers 31-17 at Gillette Stadium on November 4, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Will Levis was accompanied by Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, and Anthony Richardson in the lunch. They all met with the GOAT to discuss career goals and business ventures. They all missed their NFLPA rookie event just to show up at the lunch. Brady spoke with the rookies for a long period of time to teach them about the required consistency and dedication to keep up. Brady further added how he didn’t just give up after winning a couple of Super Bowls. His pure dedication kept him going from the
last pick to being the GOAT of the NFL.
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Tom Brady’s consistency beats the tradition
Pre-retirement Brady was the oldest active player in the NFL. He didn’t just play the game but dominated it. He went against the most ruthless players out there and still made history. From the 2 decades of experience, his wisdom is the most valuable one. He was heard saying in the video, “I was drafted, you know 199, I just outlasted everybody.” And added “How do I keep on my edge on everybody? I had to keep working. I didn’t go “Hey! I am good. I won three Super Bowls.” When he spoke, the whole room listened.
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Video of @TomBrady speaking with Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, Anthony Richardson, and Will Levis at yesterday’s @Fanatics lunch with @michaelrubin and @trvisXX …
Awesome message from Brady to the four rookie QBs. @gmfb pic.twitter.com/rVQCLU1dMc
— Peter Schrager (@PSchrags) May 19, 2023
Brady isn’t letting go of his 199th pick fiasco anytime soon. But he has every right to do so. He has done more than anyone on the field and every football player on earth looks up to him. The drafted rookies have more things to learn than anyone and who is it better to teach them than the GOAT himself?
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