The news broke last week, but on Tuesday, legendary NFL quarterback Tom Brady made it official; he’s retiring.
The 7-time Super Bowl champ took to Instagram to announce that he was calling an end to his 22-year career, after coming to the realization that he could no longer give the “all in” commitment that success in the NFL requires.
“This is difficult for me to write, but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore,” Brady wrote. “I have loved my NFL career, and now it is time to focus my time and energy on other things that require my attention.”
Official word from Tom Brady: pic.twitter.com/jWCQAi9Vb8
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 1, 2022
Brady extended his thanks to his teammates, coaches, family, and friends who have supported him.
My playing career has been such a thrilling ride, and far beyond my imagination,…