The debate over who deserves more credit for the New England Patriots’ success has been ongoing since Tom Brady announced he was joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020. However, this debate came to an end during Brady’s Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Wednesday night, where he reunited with former coach Bill Belichick onstage at Gillette Stadium.
During his speech, Brady took the opportunity to thank Belichick for his tireless commitment to pushing him to be his very best. He emphasized that their success was a result of their collaboration – “It wasn’t me. It wasn’t you. It was us.” Brady made it clear that there is no other coach in the world he would rather play for than Belichick.
Their success together in New England speaks for itself, with six Super Bowls, 17 divisional championships, and nine conference championships among their many accomplishments. Belichick and Brady will forever be immortalized in Patriots lore, heading to the Pro Football Hall of Fame together at some point.
Brady’s statement on Wednesday night showcased the mutual respect and appreciation he and Belichick have for each other, as well as the legacy they have built with the Patriots organization. Most rational fans understand that they both brought unique skill sets and football knowledge to the team, benefiting from each other’s strengths.
Hopefully, Brady’s statement can put an end to the debate over who deserves more credit for the Patriots’ success. Regardless of individual contributions, it is clear that the partnership between Belichick and Brady was instrumental in the team’s historic achievements.
