Buccaneers and GM Jason Licht Share Statement on Tom Brady's Retirement
On February 1, 2023, exactly a year after his first retirement, Buccaneers' quarterback, Tom Brady, announced that he would retire "for good". Brady announced his decision to the world via his social media accounts, but reportedly let the Buccaneers' brass know of his decision around 6:00 in the morning.
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As the news spread, many gave their thoughts and respect to Brady. Now, for the second time in as many years, the Buccaneers' ownership, the Glazer family, and their general manager, Jason Licht, released official statements regarding Brady's decision to ultimately retire from the NFL.
The Glazer Family:
“Tom’s impact on our franchise these past three years has been immense and we are appreciative of the time we had with him here in Tampa Bay. He set an exceptional standard that elevated our entire organization to new heights and created some of the most iconic moments in our history. Tom’s impact will be felt within our community for many years to come and we will forever be grateful for those unforgettable memories that he provided during these final seasons of his legendary career. We wish him the best in this next chapter of life and are confident he will find similar success in his future endeavors.”
General Manager Jason Licht:
“Tom’s legacy is unmatched in the history of this game. All the Super Bowl titles and statistical records speak for themselves, but the impact he had on so many people through the years is what I appreciate the most. His imprint on this organization helped take us to the mountaintop. We will certainly miss him as our quarterback, but I will also miss him as a leader and friend. Our entire organization is indebted to him for what he provided us over the past three years. We won’t ever forget the wins or the accolades and his influence will be felt for years to come.”
From the beginning of the short-lived Tom Brady era in Tampa Bay, the front office wanted to change the perception and culture surrounding the Buccaneers and Brady wanted to be a part of that.
After winning the franchise's second-ever Super Bowl in his first year with the team, the culture and perception of the Buccaneers changed instantly - becoming one of the more sought-after destinations for free agents. With Brady now gone, hopefully, the impact will remain and continue to build on what he helped lay during his time with the organization.
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The relationship between Brady and the Buccaneers' front office/owners was that of a fairytale. The kind words from both sides allowed for them to work side-by-side to help one another in their respective endeavors. With this era over, Brady will set his sights on new goals and the Buccaneers will look towards the future, trying to maintain the foundation they laid down just three years ago with the help of the greatest quarterback of all time.
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