Tom Brady Explains His Brief Leave of Absence From the Tampa Bay Buccaneers During Preseason: What He’s Said
usmagazine.comEven pros need a break. Tom Brady raised eyebrows when he briefly stepped away from NFL preseason — but he’s attempted to offer sports fans some clarity since.Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles revealed during an August 11 press conference that the quarterback, 45, was “excused” from training. “He’s going to deal with some personal things,” Bowles said at the time, noting that Brady’s leave had been predetermined by the coaching staff. “[There’s] something he needs to handle.”The former New England Patriots player returned to the field after 11 days, offering reporters a cryptic explanation on August 27. “It’s all personal, you know.
Everyone’s got different situations that they’re dealing with,” the California native said. “We all have really unique challenges to our life.
I’m 45 years old, man. There’s a lot of s–t going on, so just gotta figure out life the best you can. It’s a continuous process.”At the time, Brady asserted that he was “ready to go” and wouldn’t let outside distractions deter from his game. “I feel good,” he noted. “I’ve played football for a long time.
I’m pretty good at it. Doesn’t take long for me to remember how to play it.”The three-time NFL MVP announced his retirement from pro football in February, only to walk back his decision less than two months later. “I love my teammates, and I love my supportive family.
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