Tom Brady sacrificed millions of dollars in exchange for more Super Bowls

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady has all the qualities that some of the NFL's best players possessed before him.

Aside from on-field skills, the difference between great players and legends are their intangibles, such as leadership, experience, knowledge and sacrifices. For the 7-time Super Bowl champion has proven over the years why he is an absolute NFL legend, to the point of being considered the GOAT (the greatest of all time).

Brady always prioritized the group over individuals and showed the importance of his teammates. Both with the Patriots, and now with the Bucs, the franchise TB12 worked with drafted players that complemented him and maximized his chances of winning games.

Many talented quarterbacks or league figures make sure they are paid adequately for their work early. Brady, however, demonstrated early in his career that he has other ideas in mind.

One of the crucial reasons for Brady's success is his willingness to make financial sacrifices to achieve on-field glory and the trust of his teammates.

Despite earning millions over the course of his career, Brady is far from the highest paid player. While many players prioritize signing lucrative contracts, Brady has an unquenchable thirst for Super Bowls and championships.

According to figures from sites specializing in the league's player salaries, Brady has let about $100 million slip through his fingers in exchange for helping his team get the best players with winning in mind.

Did Tom Brady's strategy pay off?

Brady's team-first mentality was evident during his years with the New England Patriots. During the 2007 season, Brady's efforts were immensely beneficial in the Patriots signing wide receiver Randy Moss. Although they did not win Super Bowl XLII against the Giants, the Patriots went undefeated during the regular campaign and came very close to achieving a perfect season.

This is just one example of what became standard practice for Brady and his franchise. Undoubtedly, this strategically places him with a better chance of achieving his goals.

While other superstar QBs like Peyton Manning, Eli Manning and Ben Roethlisberger were signing big money contracts, Brady was reaching Super Bowls and winning NFL championships.

Despite his financial sacrifices, Brady has an estimated net worth of $250 million.

Although on different occasions Brady 'failed' in his attempt to always win, this tactic led him to conquer 7 championship rings, being the biggest winner in the history of the NFL and with more Vince Lombardi trophies.

After returning from a brief retirement of just over a month, and as he approaches the start of his 23rd season in the league, the Buccaneers QB will once again take to the gridiron in search of his eighth NFL title.

Speculation about his definitive retirement at the end of the 2022 season makes this upcoming campaign more important than ever for the Florida franchise, and of course for the NFL's top competitor and his sacrifices that have allowed him to bathe in glory on his way to immortality.

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