The legendary quarterback, Tom Brady, was inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame on Wednesday night at Gillette Stadium in front of 60,000 ecstatic fans. The highlight of the evening was when owner Robert Kraft announced that the team would retire the No. 12 jersey that Brady had worn for 20 seasons with the Patriots. Instead, Brady received a red Hall of Fame jacket to commemorate his induction as the 35th member of the Patriots’ Hall of Fame.
Kraft made it clear that the No. 12 would never be worn again by any other player on the team. As a token of appreciation for his incredible contributions to the franchise, a 12-foot bronze statue of Brady will be erected outside the team’s Hall of Fame and Pro Shop to further honor his legacy with the Patriots. In his speech, Brady expressed his gratitude by declaring, “I am Tom Brady, and I’m a Patriot.”
The ceremony was filled with surprises for Brady as his contributions to the franchise were celebrated in grand fashion. The retirement of his iconic jersey number was the ultimate honor bestowed upon him, solidifying his place in Patriots history. The unveiling of the bronze statue will serve as a lasting tribute to Brady’s remarkable career and lasting impact on the team.
