Lasting Legacy of Tom Brady: A Look at the Influence on History

A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Tom Brady across different fields.

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, leading them to a dynasty from 2001 to 2019, and then finished his career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His accomplishments include multiple Super Bowl wins and numerous individual records, solidifying his legacy as a transformative figure in the sport.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

2002: 2002 Super Bowl Record

In 2021, Tom Brady's 13-4 regular season record was the best in franchise history, eclipsing the 12-4 record of the 2002 Super Bowl winning team.

2012: Junipero Serra High School names football stadium Brady Family Stadium

In 2012, after Tom Brady visited Junípero Serra High School following Super Bowl XLVI, the school named its football stadium Brady Family Stadium.

2013: Greatest passing season ever by ESPN

In 2013, Brady's 2007 season was unanimously voted the greatest passing season ever by ESPN.

2014: Brady Discusses Greg Harden's Impact on 60 Minutes

In 2014, Tom Brady spoke on 60 Minutes about the significant impact Greg Harden had on his life, noting Harden's guidance helped him overcome struggles in athletics and life.

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2020: Brady's Last Game as a Patriot

In 2020, during the Wild Card Round game against the Titans, Tom Brady's final pass attempt as a Patriot was intercepted and returned for a touchdown, resulting in a 20-13 loss for New England. During the NFL's celebration of their 100th season, Brady was named to the NFL 100 All-Time Team and was ranked 14th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.

2021: Brady's Impact on Buccaneers Franchise

In Tom Brady's first two years with Tampa, the Buccaneers posted a regular season record of 24-9, which were the two most successful back-to-back seasons in franchise history. Their 13-4 regular season record in 2021 was the best result in franchise history, eclipsing the 12-4 record of the 2002 Super Bowl winning team. At the time of Brady's retirement, the all-time playoff record for Tampa Bay stood at 11-10.

September 10, 2023: Kraft Waives Waiting Period for Hall of Fame Induction

During a halftime ceremony on September 10, 2023, Robert Kraft announced he would waive the traditional four-year waiting period for Brady's candidacy to the Patriots Hall of Fame, directly inducting him without a ballot.

June 12, 2024: Patriots Hall of Fame Induction

On June 12, 2024, Brady was inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame and became a "Keeper of the Light" at Gillette Stadium, marking the date chosen in reference to the number of championships Brady won in New England.