NFL Hall of Famer Suggests Tom Brady is Struggling Without Belichick
Tom Brady signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers earlier in the summer signaled the end of an era in the NFL, the end of the Brady-Belichick era. The duo broke all records imaginable and turned the New England Patriots into an NFL powerhouse.
While the two would’ve hoped to continue their dominance in the league, it’s been a tale of shortcomings ever since Brady’s departure.
As the Pats get accustomed to life in the pocket with Cam Newton, Brady’s offensive struggles, especially over the past few weeks, have been well documented.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe, however, feels that it is Brady who’s struggling to cope with the absence of Belichick on the sidelines more than the other way around.
‘They were better together but wanted to be apart’
Sharpe, during a segment of FOX Sports’ Undisputed, said that while the Pats haven’t looked like their usual self over the season, it is Brady who is really struggling to cope with life in Tampa Bay.
“The two guys were better together but wanted to be apart. Coach Belichick is not a bad coach because his team lost last night… But if you look at Coach Belichick over the last 5 games, he was 4 and 1 heading into that ball game.
Trending
Despite Trading Zach Wilson, Sean Payton Rumored to “Throw Away” Broncos’ 2024 to Secure Shedeur Sanders as Russell Wilson’s Replacement
April 23, 2024 05:14 AM EDT
Despite Congratulating Patrick Mahomes, Tyreek Hill Admits ‘Running Away’ to Escape Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Win
April 22, 2024 04:01 AM EDT
“[Joe] Burrow Should Concentrate on Being Healthy”: NFL Analyst Warns Bengals QB Against Trash-Talking Patrick Mahomes & Chiefs
April 22, 2024 09:58 PM EDT
“Caitlin Clark Should Be…”: Antonio Brown Makes a Shocking Confession After Continuously Insulting WNBA Sensation
April 22, 2024 09:11 PM EDT
As Caitlin Clark Made SNL Debut, ‘Scarred’ Patrick Mahomes Ditched the Show Due to ESPYs’ Bad Experience
April 23, 2024 03:54 PM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest NFL stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
“Tom Brady had lost 3 of his last 4, and he was at 8 touchdowns, 7 interceptions, 62% completion with a 38-3 loss in there to New Orleans.”
Buccs have the talent to shine, but can Tom Brady deliver?
Sharpe suggested that the lack of talent in the Pats roster was the reason behind Brady looking to Florida in search of greener pastures. While the Pats haven’t indulged in a major rejig this season, the same can’t be said about the Bucs.
Apart from bringing in superstars like former Patriots duo Rob Gronkowski and Antonio Brown, the Bucs also roped in former Jaguars Running Back Leonard Fournette to aid their rushing game.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
With all the talent at his disposal, Sharpe was critical about Brady’s performances over the past few gameweeks. “This (Patriots) team was devoid of talent last year. That was one of the reasons why Tom Brady wanted to leave….
“So, I’m confused. I’m really confused by this Skip. I’m looking at it and Tom Brady has all this talent, and he’s throwing more interceptions with more talent than he has thrown over the last 2 or 3 years.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
“So what does that say about him?” Sharpe remarked.
With the Brady-Belichick era coming to an unceremonious end who among the duo do you think has struggled more in the NFL this season?
Written by: