After facing a tough loss against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Tom Brady landed in a controversy. After he screamed at his offensive linemen on live TV, now it seems the player has once again found his way into hot waters. On Monday, he compared a football season to military training. The quarterback’s statement has received severe backlash from the people inside and outside of the military.

Kevin Durant joined Tom Brady on his Podcast, ‘Let’s Go’ with Jim Gray and Larry Fitzgerald. In the newest of edition of the podcast, Brady made the mistake of comparing a football season to a military deployment. He was, of course, talking about his own viewpoint. “like I’m going away on deployment for the military,” said Brady. This comment did not go down well with many of those who listened to it.

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After finding the comment offensive to the veterans. Brady received a lot of criticism for his words. “We both wear a uniform, and our marriages/relationships can be strained, but the similarities end there. He plays a game to entertain people. We risk our lives to defend this country.” one veteran expressed.

Tom Brady apologizes for his poor choice of words

Eventually getting around the criticism. The seven-time Super Bowl winner formally offered his apologies and took back his statement on Wednesday. While the press gathered to question him about their upcoming match. Brady started by saying, “Earlier this week, I made a statement about playing football and the military, and it was a very poor choice of words.” He went on to apologize for any sentiments that the player or his words have hurt.

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Brady and Gisele Bündchen are reportedly heading for a divorce. Owing to the player’s decision to un-retire after just 40 days of retirement. However, the player remains focused on the season. During the press conference, He put any rumors of a mid-season retirement to bed. “No retirement in my future.” Said Brady.

On Sunday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will go up against their divisional rivals, Carolina Panthers. After a disappointing start to the season. Brady and the offense will hope to finally get some groove going. Currently ranked 21st in points scored per game. This will be an important game to bounce back for the team.

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