Tom Brady, the legendary quarterback, got a humorous welcome back to Foxborough as he unveiled his 17-foot statue outside Gillette Stadium. During Robert Kraft’s six-minute speech, Brady poked fun at himself and made light of the situation.
Brady expressed his gratitude to fans, saying that being honored in such a way means the world to him. He jokingly referred to it as “kind of old” and also praised sculptor Jeff Buccacio for his incredible work on the statue.
In typical Brady fashion, he had some self-deprecating jokes up his sleeve. When discussing his draft day hopes and current bronze status, he joked about his infamous 40-yard dash time. However, his best joke was reserved for the New York Jets, whom he went 29-7 against during his Patriots days.
The statue is not just a tribute to Brady but also provides an added layer of humor for Jets fans as they leave the stadium every year. With this tongue-in-cheek gesture, Brady has cemented his legacy as more than just a legendary quarterback but also a master of wit and charm.
Source: https://www.masslive.com/patriots/2025/08/tom-brady-joke-filled-statue-speech-includes-bill-belichick-mike-vrabel-wise-cracks.html