New England Patriots’ quarterback Tom Brady doesn’t have much support out there among former NFL quarterbacks when it comes to accusations that he had involvement in deflating the footballs used in the conference championship game.
However, former quarterback Drew Bledsoe, who spent nine years as a Patriots’ quarterback and is a friend of Brady’s, is appalled at the way other NFL quarterbacks are outwardly stating that Brady is lying.
I was really frustrated. Because Mark Brunell is a friend of mine. And Troy Aikman is a friend of mine. And I like these guys and respect them. But I think it was really irresponsible of both of them to go make accusations that Tom’s lying without the facts.
Put it this way, if I thought Tom was cheating, or lying, I simply wouldn’t say anything until I knew all the facts. But for guys to stand up and say that he cheated and that he’s lying about it without having all the facts in hand, I think that’s pretty irresponsible. I really do.
Bledsoe explained what he calls a “quarterback fraternity” which would be to show support to his former teammate for which he did by sending Brady a supportive text message.
Bledsoe further showed his passionate support for Brady stating this…
Tommy and I are friends. When he took my job, it was tough. I didn’t like that. But it never had anything to do with Tom. He always conducted himself with class. When I see people come out and accuse him of being a cheater and a liar, I’ve got to stand up and say something. It’s just not true. It’s not who he is. It’s not what he’s about.
Bledsoe is perhaps the closest support system that Brady has going for him right now when it comes to former and current NFL players. Let’s hope for Bledsoe’s sake Brady has been honest, because that’s a major friendship burner should things take a sour turn for Brady.
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