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News Group Newspapers prohibits automated access, collection, or text/data mining of its content, including for AI, machine learning, or LLMs, as per its terms. For commercial use inquiries, contact crawlpermission@news.co.uk. Tom Brady, the retired NFL superstar, was moved to tears as he recalled his fear of becoming an 'insurance salesman' during a brutal NFL Draft experience. Despite enjoying one of the most illustrious careers in sports history, Brady feared his dream was over as he agonisingly waited for the call from the New England Patriots during the NFL Draft. Incredibly, the man who would go on to be hailed as possibly the greatest quarterback ever began his professional journey as a No. 199 pick in the sixth round in 2000.

After making a name for himself during his college football days at the University of Michigan, the record seven-time Super Bowl winner's commanding performances as the Patriots' talisman defined the era that followed. Long considered the NFL's biggest draft steal, he won his first Super Bowl ring in his second season in the first of nine appearances for New England in the showpiece. A regular starter for 18 seasons under the guidance of Bill Belichick, they hoisted the Vince Lombardi Trophy together on six occasions, creating a legendary dynasty. In a post shared by the NFL's official Instagram page, Brady reflected on a day that changed his life forever and was visibly emotional as he remembered how he faced the possibility of leaving... READ MORE: Kirk Cousins gives honest opinion after being asked about NFL trade Tom Brady has traded fourth-quarter comebacks for a different kind of confession.

The seven-time Super Bowl winner and NFL legend, accustomed to pressure and grind, was caught off guard in a resurfaced clip where he admits a painful, private truth. The 48-year-old admitted he doesn’t feel he measures up to his own dad as a parent. “I know I’m not as good a dad to my kids as my dad was to me,” said Tom Brady. Heartbreaking: Tom Brady was in tears emotionally talking about how he is not as good a father as his dad was. "I know I'm not as good a dad to my kids as my dad was to me." Greatness comes at the ultimate price 😔💔pic.twitter.com/yDlrPtBuYK

Tom Brady feared he would have to choose 'insurance salesman' as his career if he remained undrafted. Tom Brady became emotional talking about his draft (Image via IMAGO) Imagine if the New England Patriots never drafted Tom Brady. Then, perhaps the football fans would have missed a great dynasty from coming into existence. Brady was sweating bullets during his draft in 2000 as several teams passed him. After remaining undrafted for more than five rounds, a dreaded thought crossed his mind.

During an interview with NFL Films in 2011, Brady became emotional when recounting his draft day. The Michigan graduate attended the event with his parents, who told him to have faith. However, Brady knew it was either playing the NFL as a quarterback or becoming a salesman. The New England Patriots selected the now-46-year-old quarterback in the sixth round as the 199th pick. Brady remarked that once the Patriots picked him, he felt a sigh of relief about not having to become a salesman. The video of Tom Brady breaking down in tears recently gained traction on social media in 2024, a decade after the moment was captured.

November 30, 2025, 8:39am EST 286 • By Vipul Dhawas The Michigan vs. Ohio State game left countless Wolverines fans heartbroken—especially Tom Brady. After four long years, Ohio State finally defeated Michigan, and the Buckeyes celebrated this win as if it erased all of Michigan’s recent dominance. OSU claimed the showdown 27-9, and while the loss devastated fans everywhere, it’s hard to imagine anyone feeling the sting more than Brady himself. Brady even claimed that the Michigan–Ohio State game disappointed him so deeply that he ended up in his bedroom, quietly crying over the loss.

But holding his emotions together like a true gridiron football GOAT, Brady eventually encouraged Sherrone Moore and his team, lifting their spirits despite the heartbreaking loss. Tom Brady wrote, “It didn’t go our way, @umichfootball, but you rise and fight again.” Undoubtedly, the Michigan team—especially Coach Sherrone Moore—desperately needs encouragement at this time. And Brady delivered exactly that, offering the perfect words at the perfect time to soothe their wounds. His Strongest Football Bond Remains in Ann Arbor

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