Tom Bradyconsidered the most successful player in the history of the NFLit already has its immortalized bronze figure in front of the stadium of the New England Patriots.
The statue, which weighs six tons and reaches 17 feet tall (about 5.18 meters), was inaugurated on Friday before the preseason match against the Washington Commanders.
The monument, work of the sculptor and fan of the Patriots Jeff Buccio, rises on a hexagonal granite base that represents the six super bowls won by Brady with the team. The bronze figure measures 12 feet, a wink to number 12 of your shirt, and the total height symbolizes the 17 AFC titles is achieved during its 19 seasons in New England.
Brady, chosen in the 1990s of the 2000 draft and considered in its beginnings “slow and motionless,, he recalled his beginnings with humor:
“When I was drafted I only expected the team. I never imagined being here, made of bronze. Although, with my time in the 40 yards, it feels quite appropriate.”
During the ceremony, owner Robert Kraft stressed that Brady is the first player in the history of the franchise with a statue outside the stadium and remembered his induction to the team’s hall of the team in 2024, advancing the usual process.
The event brought together relatives, former partners like Wes Welker and the McCourth brothers, and figures of the current coaching staff like Mike Vrabel. Among the jokes, Brady dedicated a phrase to the New York Jets, his eternal rival:
“This statue is not just for PATS fans. It will also serve for jet fans to have something to throw their beers … probably in the second quarter.”
With three MVP awards, five MVP of Super Bowl and seven rings (including one with the Bay Buccaneers tampa), Brady retires not only as sports legend, but also as an inseparable part of the history of the Patriots.
