Tom Brady Officially Retires By Posting Message on Instagram

Like a ref with a whistle, it’s official.

Tom Brady, winner of seven Super Bowl titles and three MVP awards, has officially called it a career. After a weekend of speculation over his future, he announced his retirement on social media Tuesday morning.

“I have always believed the sport of football is an ‘all-in’ proposition—if a 100% competitive commitment isn’t there, you won’t succeed, and success is what I love so much about our game,” Brady wrote. “There is a physical, mental, and emotional challenge EVERY single day that has allowed me to maximize my highest potential. And I have tried my very best these past 22 years. There are no shortcuts to success on the field or in life.

“This is difficult for me to write, but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore. I have loved my NFL career, and now it is time to focus my time and energy on other things that require my attention.”

The official announcement comes three days after ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Jeff Darlington first reported the move.

Looks like they were right, but they should have let Tom do it on his own.

Sad how they forced his hand.

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