History of Tom Brady in Timeline
Tom Brady is a former American football quarterback, widely considered the greatest of all time. He played 23 seasons in the NFL, spending 20 seasons with the New England Patriots and three with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was a key player in the Patriots' dynasty from 2001 to 2019. Now he is a sports broadcaster.
1947: Labor Management Relations Act of 1947
On April 25, 2016, the decision to vacate Tom Brady's four-game suspension was overturned by the U.S. Appeals Court. The court determined it "met the minimum legal standards established by the Labor Management Relations Act of 1947".
1970: AFL-NFL Merger
In 1970, the Patriots' 59-0 victory over the Titans tied the record for the largest margin of victory since the AFL-NFL merger.
1972: Reference to 1972 Miami Dolphins
During the 2007 playoffs, with a win over the Jaguars, the Patriots matched the undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins as the only team to win 17 consecutive games in one season.
August 3, 1977: Tom Brady Born
On August 3, 1977, Thomas Edward Patrick Brady Jr. was born. He would grow up to become a professional football quarterback.
1978: Undefeated Regular Season Since 1978
In 2007, Tom Brady led the Patriots to the first undefeated regular season since the 16-game schedule was implemented in 1978.
1978: Patriots' First Home Playoff Loss Since 1978
In 2009, the Patriots experienced their first home playoff loss since 1978.
1981: Attended 1981 NFC Championship
In 1981, at age four, Tom Brady attended the NFC Championship game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys, in which Joe Montana threw "The Catch" to Dwight Clark.
1990: Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year
For his performance in 2007, Tom Brady was named the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year, the first NFL player to earn the honor since Joe Montana in 1990.
1995: Started College Football at Michigan
In 1995, Tom Brady began his college football career at the University of Michigan, playing for the Wolverines.
1995: Graduated from Junipero Serra High School
In 1995, Tom Brady graduated from Junipero Serra High School in San Mateo, where he played football, basketball, and baseball.
1995: Drafted by Montreal Expos
In 1995, Tom Brady was drafted by the Montreal Expos in the 18th round of the MLB draft but chose to play football at the University of Michigan instead.
September 28, 1996: First Collegiate Game
On September 28, 1996, Tom Brady made his first appearance in a collegiate game for Michigan, throwing an interception on his first pass attempt which was returned for a touchdown by UCLA.
1997: Griese Leads Wolverines to Undefeated Season
In 1997, Tom Brady's teammate, Brian Griese, led the Michigan Wolverines to an undefeated season, capped by a Rose Bowl victory and a share of the national championship; Brady was a backup quarterback at this time.
1998: Started Every Game at Michigan
In 1998, Tom Brady started every game for the Michigan Wolverines, battling for the starting job under head coach Lloyd Carr.
1998: Interned at Merrill Lynch
In 1998, Tom Brady worked as an intern at Merrill Lynch.
1998: Set New Michigan Records
In 1998, during his first full year as a starter, Tom Brady set new Michigan records for most pass attempts and completions in a season. He also set a school record for completions in a game against Ohio State, and he capped the season with a win in the Citrus Bowl.
December 1999: Graduated from Michigan
In December 1999, Tom Brady graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies.
1999: Played for the Wolverines
In 1999, Tom Brady continued playing college football at the University of Michigan for the Wolverines.
1999: Platooning and Late-Game Heroics
In 1999, Tom Brady platooned with Drew Henson during the first seven games. He nearly led Michigan to a comeback win against Michigan State after being reinserted into the game. He went on to play the entire game against Indiana, throwing for 226 yards. He also led Michigan to a 4th-quarter comeback against Penn State.
1999: Started Every Game at Michigan
In 1999, Tom Brady started every game for the Michigan Wolverines, battling for the starting job under head coach Lloyd Carr.
1999: Interned at Merrill Lynch
In 1999, Tom Brady worked as an intern at Merrill Lynch.
1999: Tom Tupa leaves Patriots
In 1999, Tom Tupa left the Patriots in free agency, leading to the Patriots receiving a compensatory pick in the 2000 NFL draft, which they used to draft Tom Brady.
2000: Rookie Season
During the 2000 season, Tom Brady started as the fourth-string quarterback but ended the season as the second-string. He completed 1 of 3 passes for six yards. His only completed pass was caught by tight end Rod Rutledge in a loss against the Detroit Lions.
2000: Drafted by New England Patriots
In 2000, Tom Brady was drafted by the New England Patriots in the sixth round as the 199th overall pick. He was a compensatory pick due to the Patriots losing Tom Tupa in 1999. Brady was the seventh quarterback selected, which surprised and embarrassed him and his family who expected him to be drafted earlier.
2001: Start of Brady-Belichick Era
In 2001, Tom Brady and head coach Bill Belichick began what would be known as the Brady-Belichick era with the Patriots.
2001: Central to Patriots' Dynasty
In 2001, Tom Brady became a central figure in the New England Patriots' dynasty.
2001: AFC Offensive Player of the Week
In 2001, Tom Brady was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for the first time after leading the Patriots to a 29-26 victory over the San Diego Chargers. He later won his second nomination after a win over the New Orleans Saints.
2001: Named Starting Quarterback
In 2001, after Drew Bledsoe was injured during a game against the New York Jets on September 23, Tom Brady replaced him and was subsequently named the starting quarterback for the season. The Patriots lost the game against the Jets 10-3. The Patriots then went on to win against the Indianapolis Colts 44-13.
2001: Start of Relationship with Trump
Tom Brady stated that he has known Donald Trump since 2001.
2002: Last Playoff Game Won Before Brady
2002 was the last year the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won a playoff game before Tom Brady joined the team in 2020.
2002: Patriots Miss Playoffs
Due to tiebreakers, the Patriots failed to win the AFC East division title, and missed the playoffs altogether for the first time since the 2002 season after Brady's Injury in 2008.
2002: First Super Bowl Win
In 2002, Tom Brady led the Patriots to a 20-17 Super Bowl victory over the Rams. He was named Super Bowl MVP, throwing for 145 yards and one touchdown. He became the youngest quarterback to win a Super Bowl at the age of 24. Drew Bledsoe was traded to the Buffalo Bills in April, solidifying Brady's role as the starting quarterback.
2003: Won Consecutive Super Bowl Titles
In 2003, Tom Brady and the Patriots won a consecutive Super Bowl title.
2003: AFC East Champions
In 2003, Tom Brady led the Patriots to a 14-2 record and an AFC East title. He won AFC Offensive Player of the Week twice and finished third in NFL MVP voting.
2003: Inducted into High School Hall of Fame
In 2003, Tom Brady was inducted into the Junípero Serra High School Hall of Fame.
2003: First Opening Day Loss Since 2003
In 2014, Tom Brady experienced his first opening day loss since the 2003 season.
2004: Continued Success
During the 2004 season, Tom Brady and the Patriots set an NFL record with 21 straight wins, and finished the season with a 14-2 record, matching their 2003 record and winning the AFC East. Brady was voted to his second Pro Bowl.
2004: Reference to Peyton Manning's Record
During the 2007 season, Brady broke Peyton Manning's single-season record of 49 touchdowns from the 2004 season.
2004: Won Consecutive Super Bowl Titles
In 2004, Tom Brady and the Patriots won a consecutive Super Bowl title.
2004: Super Bowl XXXIX Champions
In 2004, Tom Brady led the Patriots to victory in Super Bowl XXXIX against the Philadelphia Eagles, winning 24-21. He threw for 236 yards and two touchdowns in the win, securing their third championship in four years.
2004: Attends State of the Union Address
Tom Brady attended the 2004 State of the Union Address as a special guest of then-President George W. Bush.
2005: AFC East Champions
During the 2005 season, Tom Brady led the Patriots to a 10-6 record and won their third straight AFC East title. He won AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his Week 5 performance against the Falcons and was named to his third Pro Bowl.
2005: Guest Appearance on Saturday Night Live and The Simpsons
In 2005, Tom Brady hosted Saturday Night Live and voiced himself in The Simpsons episode "Homer and Ned's Hail Mary Pass".
December 2006: Begins Dating Gisele Bündchen
In December 2006, Tom Brady began dating Brazilian model Gisele Bündchen.
December 2006: End of Relationship with Bridget Moynahan
In early December 2006, Tom Brady and actress Bridget Moynahan ended their relationship soon after Moynahan became pregnant.
2006: 2006 Season Summary
In 2006, Tom Brady led the Patriots to a 12-4 record. He finished the season with 3,529 yards and 24 touchdowns. He declined an injury-replacement selection to the Pro Bowl.
2006: Appearance in Family Guy
In 2006, Tom Brady voiced himself in the Family Guy episode "Patriot Games".
February 18, 2007: Moynahan Confirms Pregnancy
On February 18, 2007, Bridget Moynahan confirmed that she was more than three months pregnant with Tom Brady's child.
August 2007: Birth of Son, John Edward Thomas "Jack" Moynahan
In August 2007, Tom Brady's son with Bridget Moynahan, John Edward Thomas "Jack" Moynahan, was born.
2007: Last Postseason Appearance Before Brady
2007 was the year the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last reached the postseason before Tom Brady joined the team in 2020.
2007: Tied Career High
In 2007, Tom Brady had a previous career high of six touchdowns, which he tied during the October 18, 2009 game against the Titans.
2007: Record-Breaking Season
In 2007, Tom Brady had a record-breaking season, leading the Patriots to a 16-0 regular-season record. He was named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September and October and AFC Offensive Player of the Week five times. He also had a career-high six passing touchdowns in a game against the Dolphins.
2007: Model for Stetson Cologne
In 2007, Tom Brady was a model for Stetson cologne.
2008: Season-Ending Knee Injury
During the 2008 season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs, Tom Brady suffered a serious knee injury in the first quarter and did not return. It was later confirmed that he would require surgery, prematurely ending his season. He tore both his anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament. He had surgery on October 6. The Patriots missed the playoffs for the first time since 2002.
2008: Missed Season Due to Injury
In 2008, Tom Brady missed the entire NFL season due to injury.
2008: Stress Fracture in Foot
In 2008, Tom Brady suffered a stress fracture in his right foot, which required surgery in 2011.
February 26, 2009: Marriage to Gisele Bündchen
On February 26, 2009, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen married in a Catholic ceremony at St. Monica Catholic Church in Santa Monica, California.
October 18, 2009: Brady Sets NFL Record Against the Titans
On October 18, 2009, Tom Brady set an NFL record against the Titans for most touchdowns in a quarter with five in the second quarter. He finished the game with six touchdowns, tying his career-high, and 380 yards, achieving a passer rating of 152.8. The Patriots' 59–0 victory tied the record for the largest margin of victory since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger. He was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week.
December 2009: Birth of Son, Benjamin Rein Brady
In December 2009, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen's son, Benjamin Rein Brady, was born.
2009: 2009 Regular Season
During the 2009 regular season, Tom Brady finished with 4,398 passing yards and 28 touchdowns for a 96.2 rating, despite playing with a broken right ring finger and three fractured ribs.
2009: Appearance in Entourage
In 2009, Tom Brady appeared as himself in an episode of Entourage.
2009: 2009 Season Opener Against the Bills
In 2009, Tom Brady played his first game in over a year during the season opener against the Bills. He threw for 378 yards and two touchdowns. With the Patriots down 24–13 in the final three minutes, Brady connected with Benjamin Watson for two touchdowns, leading the Patriots to a 25–24 victory. He was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance.
2009: Start of 11 Consecutive Division Titles
In 2009, Tom Brady started a streak of leading the Patriots to 11 consecutive division titles, a period of sustained dominance.
2009: Wild Card Round Loss
In 2009, Tom Brady threw for 154 passing yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions in a 33–14 Wild Card Round loss to the Baltimore Ravens. This marked his first career home playoff loss.
2009: Patriots Denied First-Round Bye
In 2009, the Patriots finished the regular season with a 12-4 record, but a loss to the Miami Dolphins denied them a first-round bye for the first time since 2009.
September 10, 2010: Signed Contract Extension
On September 10, 2010, Tom Brady signed a four-year, $72 million contract extension with the NFL, making him the highest-paid player, with $48.5 million guaranteed.
2010: Selected for the 2010 Pro Bowl
In 2010, Tom Brady was selected as a reserve to the Pro Bowl and was named the 2009 NFL Comeback Player of the Year.
2010: Named AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year
In 2010, Tom Brady was the only unanimous selection for the AP All-Pro Team and was named the AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year. He also won the MVP award for the second time and was ranked as the best player in the NFL by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players list.
2011: Start of 8 Consecutive AFC Championship Games
In 2011, Tom Brady began a streak of leading the Patriots to eight consecutive AFC Championship Games, demonstrating sustained success.
2011: Selected as a Starter to the 2011 Pro Bowl
In 2011, Tom Brady was selected as a starter for the Pro Bowl but withdrew due to surgery for a stress fracture in his right foot, dating back to 2008. He was replaced by Matt Cassel.
2011: Career-High Performance in Week 1 of the 2011 Season
In Week 1 of the 2011 season, Tom Brady threw for a career-high 517 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception in a victory over the Dolphins, earning AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors. He also threw a record-tying 99-yard touchdown pass. Brady was named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for November and December, and Week 16 AFC Offensive Player of the Week. Brady passed for 5,235 yards, finishing second in passing yards behind Drew Brees. The Patriots finished the season 13-3 and clinched the AFC's #1 seed.
December 2012: Birth of Daughter, Vivian Lake Brady
In December 2012, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen's daughter, Vivian Lake Brady, was born.
2012: 2012 Season Performance
During the 2012 season, Tom Brady started all 16 games and led the Patriots to a 12–4 record. He earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week three times and became the first quarterback to lead his team to ten division titles. The Patriots scored 557 points, the first team to score at least 500 points in a season four times. Brady finished with 4,827 passing yards, 34 touchdowns, and a passer rating of 98.7, and was named to the Pro Bowl for the eighth time.
2012: Ranked Fourth on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2012
For his efforts in the 2011 season, Tom Brady was named to the Pro Bowl and was ranked as the fourth-best player in the NFL on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2012 by his peers.
2012: Youkilis Marries Brady's Sister
In 2012, Tom Brady and baseball player Kevin Youkilis became brothers-in-law when Youkilis married Brady's sister Julie.
2012: High School Football Stadium Named After Brady
In 2012, two weeks after Super Bowl XLVI, Junípero Serra High School named their football stadium Brady Family Stadium in honor of Tom Brady.
February 25, 2013: Signed Contract Extension in 2013
On February 25, 2013, Tom Brady agreed to a three-year contract extension with the Patriots, keeping him with the team through 2017. Peter King described it as an "amazing" deal, reflecting Robert Kraft's desire for Brady to retire as a Patriot.
2013: Greatest Passing Season Recognition
In 2013, ESPN unanimously voted Tom Brady's 2007 season as the greatest passing season of all time.
2013: Ranked Fourth on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2013
In 2013, Tom Brady was ranked fourth by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players for the second consecutive year.
2013: TD:INT Ratio Record Comparison
In 2016, Tom Brady broke the previous TD:INT ratio record of Nick Foles's 27:2 figure set in 2013.
2014: Endorsement Earnings
According to Forbes, in 2014, Tom Brady earned about $7 million from endorsements.
2014: Brady Discusses Greg Harden's Impact on 60 Minutes
In 2014, Tom Brady spoke on 60 Minutes about the significant impact that assistant athletic director Greg Harden had on his life and career.
2014: Named to Pro Bowl for Ninth Time
In 2014, Tom Brady was named to the Pro Bowl for the ninth time and was ranked third on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014 list. The Patriots finished the season 12–4 and earned the second seed in the AFC. Brady made his 25th playoff appearance in the Divisional Round against the Colts, breaking Brett Favre's record. The Patriots won 43–22, but lost to the Broncos in the AFC Championship.
2014: 2014 Season Performance
Tom Brady started the 2014 season with a loss to the Dolphins, his first opening day loss since 2003. After a 2-1 start, the Patriots went on a seven-game winning streak, with Brady having multiple games with four or five touchdown passes. He won AFC Offensive Player of the Month for October and clinched his NFL record 12th AFC East division title.
May 6, 2015: NFL Published Deflategate Report
On May 6, 2015, the NFL released a 243-page report regarding the deflation of footballs in the previous season's AFC Championship Game. The report suggested that Tom Brady was likely aware of the intentional deflation.
2015: Ranked on NFL Top 100 Players of 2015
In 2014, Tom Brady was named to his tenth career Pro Bowl and was ranked third by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2015 list.
2015: Brady's Suspension Vacated
In 2015, Judge Richard M. Berman vacated Tom Brady's four-game suspension, allowing him to play in the first four games of the season. Judge Berman cited the NFL's failure to provide proper notice and potential manipulation of Brady's testimony.
2015: NFL Ordered Deletion of PSI Data
In 2015, NFL general counsel Jeff Pash ordered the deletion of all PSI data gathered from the 2015 season. Leaked transcripts revealed that NFL senior VP of football operations Dave Gardi used false numbers in his letter to the Patriots, leading to the team's investigation. It was also revealed that the NFL failed to properly record measurements and was unaware of the Ideal Gas Law.
2015: Cameo Appearances in Entourage Movie and Ted 2
In 2015, Tom Brady had cameo appearances as fictionalized versions of himself in the Entourage movie and Ted 2.
2015: Expresses Spirituality Over Religiosity
In a 2015 interview with The New York Times, Tom Brady expressed he was less religious than he is spiritual.
2015: No Interest in Political Office
In a 2015 interview, Tom Brady stated he had no interest in running for political office.
2015: NFL Appealed Decision to Vacate Brady's Suspension
On March 3, 2016, the NFL appealed Judge Richard M. Berman's 2015 decision to vacate Tom Brady's four-game suspension in the Deflategate scandal. The appeals court questioned the evidence of ball tampering.
January 20, 2016: Launch of TB12Sports.com
On January 20, 2016, Tom Brady announced the launch of his website TB12Sports.com, featuring his training regimen information and a store to purchase TB12 equipment and merchandise.
February 29, 2016: Signed Two-Year Contract Extension
On February 29, 2016, Tom Brady signed a two-year contract extension covering the 2018 and 2019 seasons.
August 23, 2016: TB12 Snack Line Expansion
On August 23, 2016, the TB12 brand expanded to offer a snack line.
December 20, 2016: Named to the Pro Bowl for the Eighth Straight Season
On December 20, 2016, Tom Brady was named to the Pro Bowl for the eighth straight season and 12th time overall.
2016: Brady's Return After Suspension
After serving his four-game suspension, Tom Brady made his 2016 season debut on October 9 against the Browns, throwing for 406 yards and three touchdowns. He earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week and was later named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for October.
2016: Trump Claims Brady's Support
At a political event in New Hampshire on the day before the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump claimed he had received a call from Tom Brady, who allegedly voiced his support and vote.
2016: 2016 Season Performance
Despite numerous injuries to key players, the Patriots lost their first game against the Broncos in overtime after a 10-0 start in 2016. They finished the season 12-4, earning the 2-seed in the AFC. Tom Brady led the league with 36 touchdown passes and was named to his 11th Pro Bowl. He was ranked as the second-best player on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2016.
2016: Trump Asks Brady to Speak at Convention
Donald Trump asked Tom Brady to speak at the 2016 Republican National Convention, which Brady declined.
2016: Concussion Concerns
In 2016, Tom Brady allegedly suffered from a concussion. His wife, Gisele Bündchen, mentioned he has concussions 'pretty much every,' but the NFL stated there were no records indicating a head injury or concussion.
2016: Beautyrest Black Commercial Campaign and Vegan Snack Line Launch
In 2016, Tom Brady began appearing in a Beautyrest Black commercial campaign for Simmons Bedding Company and launched his own line of vegan snacks.
2016: Second Streak Ended Due to Suspension
In 2016, Tom Brady's second streak of consecutive starts ended due to suspension.
2016: Suspension Overturned and Reinstated
On April 25, 2016, the decision to vacate Tom Brady's four-game suspension was overturned by the U.S. Appeals Court. On July 15, Brady announced he would accept his suspension for the first four games of the season.
March 2017: Partnership with Purple Carrot for TB12 Performance Meals
In March 2017, Tom Brady partnered with meal-kit startup Purple Carrot to offer TB12 Performance Meals, focusing on providing nutrients for workout recovery.
April 2017: Brady Skips White House Visit
In April 2017, Tom Brady did not join the New England Patriots in visiting Donald Trump at the White House after their Super Bowl victory, citing "personal family matters."
May 12, 2017: Brady Announced as Madden NFL 18 Cover Athlete
On May 12, 2017, Tom Brady was announced as the cover athlete for Madden NFL 18.
September 19, 2017: Publication of 'The TB12 Method'
On September 19, 2017, Simon & Schuster published Tom Brady's first book, The TB12 Method: How to Achieve a Lifetime of Sustained Peak Performance, which quickly became a number one best-seller.
2017: Ranked #1 on NFL Top 100 Players of 2017
In 2016, Tom Brady clinched an eighth consecutive AFC East title and a seventh consecutive first-round bye. He ended the regular season with 28 passing touchdowns and only two interceptions and was named to the AP All-Pro Second Team. Brady was also ranked first on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2017 as the best player in the league.
2017: Tom vs Time Documentary Series
In 2017, Filmmaker Gotham Chopra filmed Tom Brady during the off-season and regular season for a Facebook Watch documentary series entitled Tom vs Time.
2017: Named NFL MVP
In 2017, Tom Brady was named the NFL Most Valuable Player for the third time in his career after leading the league in passing yards with 4,577.
2017: Rob Gronkowski follows Brady's diet plan
In 2017, tight end Rob Gronkowski, a friend and former teammate of Tom Brady, began following Brady and Alex Guerrero's plant-based diet plan. Other athletes like Kirk Cousins and Mark Scheifele also adhere to this diet.
2017: Contract Extension Through 2017
On February 25, 2013, Tom Brady signed a contract extension to stay with the Patriots through 2017.
2018: Ranked No. 1 in NFL Top 100
For the second straight year in 2018, Tom Brady was ranked No. 1 by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.
2018: 8th Consecutive AFC Championship Game
In 2018, Tom Brady led the Patriots to their 8th consecutive AFC Championship Game.
2018: Contract Covering the 2018 Season
On February 29, 2016, Tom Brady signed a two-year contract extension that included the 2018 season.
August 4, 2019: Brady Signs Contract Extension
On August 4, 2019, Tom Brady signed a two-year contract extension worth $70 million through the 2021 season, allowing him to become a free agent after the 2019 season.
2019: 14th Career Pro Bowl Nomination
In 2019, Tom Brady earned his 14th career Pro Bowl nomination after completing 375-of-570 passes for 4,355 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.
2019: Named to 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
In 2019, Tom Brady was unanimously named to the NFL's 100th Anniversary All-Time Team, recognizing his exceptional career achievements.
2019: 11th Consecutive Division Title
In 2019, Tom Brady won his 11th consecutive division title with the Patriots.
2019: End of Patriots Era
In 2019, Tom Brady's time with the New England Patriots came to an end, concluding his 20 seasons with the team.
2019: End of Brady-Belichick Era
In 2019, the Brady-Belichick era came to an end.
2019: Contract Covering the 2019 Season
On February 29, 2016, Tom Brady signed a two-year contract extension that included the 2019 season.
March 17, 2020: Brady Announces Departure from Patriots
On March 17, 2020, Tom Brady announced that he would not re-sign with the Patriots for the 2020 season, ending his 20-year tenure in New England.
March 20, 2020: Brady Signed with the Buccaneers
On March 20, 2020, Tom Brady signed a two-year contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers worth $50 million in fully guaranteed money.
April 2020: Reunion with Rob Gronkowski
In April 2020, Tom Brady reunited with former Patriots teammate Rob Gronkowski, who came out of retirement and was traded to the Buccaneers.
April 2020: Discusses Relationship with Trump
In an interview with Howard Stern on The Howard Stern Show in April 2020, Tom Brady explained that Donald Trump had reached out to him to speak at the 2016 Republican National Convention, which he declined.
December 2020: Purchase of Home in Indian Creek, Florida
In December 2020, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen reportedly bought a home in Indian Creek, Florida.
2020: Named to NFL 100 All-Time Team
During the NFL's celebration of their 100th season in 2020, Tom Brady was named to the NFL 100 All-Time Team.
2020: Buccaneers Make Playoffs
In 2020, Tom Brady finished the season with 4,633 passing yards, 40 passing touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, leading the Buccaneers to the playoffs for the first time in 13 years.
2020: Joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In 2020, Tom Brady joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and subsequently won Super Bowl LV.
2020: Launch of 199 Productions
In 2020, Tom Brady launched a production company named 199 Productions.
2020: Led Tampa Bay to Wild Card Berth
In 2020, Tom Brady led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a wild card berth in the playoffs.
2020: Participation in The Match
In 2020, Tom Brady participated in The Match, an exhibition and charity golf event.
2020: Signed with Tampa Bay
In 2020, Tom Brady signed with Tampa Bay, ending a long postseason drought for the team and leading them to Super Bowl LV.
January 2021: Autograph Raises $170M in Funding
In January 2021, Autograph, the sports-based NFT platform co-founded by Tom Brady and Richard Rosenblatt, announced it raised $170M in funding.
February 11, 2021: Brady's Knee Discomfort Revealed
On February 11, 2021, it was revealed that Tom Brady had knee discomfort through most of the 2020 season and would require a minor arthroscopy for a routine cleanup.
March 12, 2021: Brady Signs Contract Extension
On March 12, 2021, Tom Brady signed a one-year contract extension through the 2022 season with the Buccaneers.
2021: Brady Becomes Spokesperson for FTX
In 2021, Tom Brady became a paid spokesperson for FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange.
2021: Record-Breaking Season
In 2021, Tom Brady finished the season with an NFL record 485 pass completions for a career-high 5,316 passing yards and 43 passing touchdowns. He was named to the Pro Bowl for the 15th time.
2021: Brady wins Super Bowl LV
In 2021, Tom Brady led the Buccaneers to a 31-9 Super Bowl LV victory over the Chiefs, earning his fifth Super Bowl MVP award and seventh Super Bowl ring. He threw for 201 yards and three touchdowns, marking a historic achievement as the oldest quarterback to win the Super Bowl.
2021: Led Tampa Bay to NFC South Title
In 2021, Tom Brady led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to an NFC South title.
2021: Participation in The Match
In 2021, Tom Brady participated in The Match, an exhibition and charity golf event.
2021: Set Season Record for Completions
In 2021, Tom Brady set a single-season record for completions and led the league in passing yards and touchdowns, also achieving a career-high in passing yards.
February 1, 2022: Brady Announces Retirement
On February 1, 2022, after 22 seasons in the NFL, Tom Brady announced his retirement from professional football.
February 2022: Florio Reveals Falsified Data in Deflategate
In February 2022, sportswriter Mike Florio revealed in his book "Playmakers: How the NFL Really Works (And Doesn't)" that the NFL falsified data and hid information that would have cleared Tom Brady and the Patriots of wrongdoing in the Deflategate scandal. Florio noted that most of the Patriots' footballs were within the predicted range of the Ideal Gas Law.
February 2022: Court Ruling on Social Media Solicitation
In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a lawsuit against Bitconnect that the Securities Act of 1933 extends to targeted solicitation using social media.
March 13, 2022: Brady Announces Return to Buccaneers
On March 13, 2022, just 40 days after announcing his retirement, Tom Brady announced his return to the Buccaneers for the 2022 season.
May 10, 2022: Brady Joins Fox Sports as Lead Color Commentator
On May 10, 2022, Fox Sports announced that Tom Brady would join the network as the lead color commentator, in a deal reportedly worth $375 million over 10 years.
October 2022: Divorce Announcement
In October 2022, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen announced their divorce.
November 2022: FTX Files for Bankruptcy
In November 2022, FTX filed for bankruptcy, resulting in significant financial losses for customers and Tom Brady's stake in the company.
2022: First Season with Eight or More Losses
In 2022, Brady experienced his first season in which he lost eight or more games, marking a significant challenge in his career.
2022: Netflix Announces 'Greatest Roasts of All Time: GROAT' Specials
In 2022, Netflix announced that Tom Brady would be featured in a series of upcoming specials called "Greatest Roasts of All Time: GROAT."
2022: Brady advocates for organic food consumption
In 2022, Tom Brady expressed his preference for a diet consisting of organic food, emphasizing the importance of understanding the food's growing process to obtain necessary nutrients from the soil.
2022: Led Tampa Bay to NFC South Title
In 2022, Tom Brady led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to an NFC South title.
2022: Participation in The Match
In 2022, Tom Brady participated in The Match, an exhibition and charity golf event.
2022: Reiterates Avoiding Political Career
Tom Brady reiterated in 2022 that he would avoid a political career because, "I don't think anyone's fond of politics these days."
2022: Brady Says He Hasn't Spoken With Trump in Years
Tom Brady said in 2022 that he had not spoken with Donald Trump in "years" and that his relationship with Trump had been mischaracterized by the media.
February 1, 2023: Brady Announces Retirement "For Good"
On February 1, 2023, Tom Brady announced his retirement "for good" on social media, signaling the end of his NFL playing career.
March 23, 2023: Purchase of Minority Stake in Las Vegas Aces
On March 23, 2023, Tom Brady purchased a minority stake in the Las Vegas Aces of the WNBA.
May 2023: Agreement to Purchase Stake in Las Vegas Raiders
In May 2023, Tom Brady and his business partner, Knighthead Capital Management co-founder Tom Wagner, entered into an agreement to purchase 10% of the Las Vegas Raiders.
August 3, 2023: Becomes Minority Owner and Chairman at Birmingham City
On August 3, 2023, Tom Brady became a minority owner and chairman of a new advisory board at English club Birmingham City.
September 6, 2023: Hired as Strategic Advisor for Delta Air Lines
On September 6, 2023, it was announced that Delta Air Lines had hired Tom Brady as a strategic advisor.
September 10, 2023: Kraft Waives Waiting Period for Hall of Fame Candidacy
On September 10, 2023, during the Patriots' week one game of the 2023 season, Patriots owner Robert Kraft announced that he would waive the traditional four-year post-retirement waiting period required for Brady's candidacy to the Patriots Hall of Fame and directly induct him.
2023: Autograph Announces Layoffs
In 2023, Autograph announced layoffs for nearly a third of its workforce.
2023: Founds Team Brady
In 2023, Tom Brady founded Team Brady, an electric boat racing team which competes in the E1 Series.
2023: Brady's Losses Due to FTX Bankruptcy Reported
In 2023, it was reported that Tom Brady owned 1,144,861 common shares in FTX, and he and his wife lost an estimated combined value of $45 million when FTX went bankrupt.
2023: Reference to 2004 Patriots
In 2023, the 2004 New England Patriots were noted as the last NFL team to win a second straight Super Bowl, highlighting the team's historical accomplishment.
January 2024: Merger with NoBull
In January 2024, Tom Brady agreed to merge his health and apparel brands with NoBull and to become its second largest shareholder.
May 5, 2024: The Roast of Tom Brady Aired on Netflix Live
On May 5, 2024, The Roast of Tom Brady aired on Netflix live, drawing two million live viewers.
June 12, 2024: Patriots Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
On June 12, 2024, Tom Brady's Patriots Hall of Fame induction took place within Gillette Stadium. Brady was also the first person in Gillette Stadium history to become a "Keeper of the Light", ringing the bell in the newly redesigned lighthouse.
October 15, 2024: Revised Agreement for Raiders Stake Approved
On October 15, 2024, a revised agreement was unanimously approved by NFL owners, with Tom Brady owning a 5% stake and Wagner also owning a 5% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders.
2024: Team Brady Wins World Championship
After winning three races in 2024, Tom Brady's team, Team Brady, became world champions in the E1 Series.
2024: Broadcaster and Part Owner
In 2024, Tom Brady became the lead color commentator for the NFL on Fox and a partial owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
2024: Brady's Broadcasting Career Begins
In 2024, Tom Brady began his broadcasting career during the UFL Championship Game's second quarter, and made his NFL on Fox debut alongside play caller Kevin Burkhardt starting with the 2024 NFL season.
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