One of the best players in NFL history, Tom Brady is celebrating his 45th birthday today, August 03, 2022. He is America’s sweetheart with many recording-breaking goals under his wings. As we celebrate his Tom Brady’s birthday, let’s countdown 7 interesting facts you might wanna know about him-
Happy Birthday Tom Brady: 7 Interesting Facts About Him
1. Spent two years as a backup at the University of Michigan
He spent almost 2 years backing up for future NFL quarterback Brian Griese before winning against Drew Henson in his junior season. He was skeptical about making it in NFL so he made a resumé as a backup. He joined Michigan Wolverines as the seventh-string quarterback.
2. Famously taken with the 199th pick in the overall 2000 NFL Draft
Out of 2000 players,198 were selected during that year’s draft class. 6 quarterbacks too were in it before the New England Patriots selected Brady in the 6th round. Pretty late but he usually became one of the best players on the team.
3. Super Bowl appearances
Tom Brady appeared in Super Bowl LIII making his ninth super bowl appearance in his career. Probably he has more appearances than any other NFL player.
4. Fourth-highest paid player in NFL history
His career spanned NFL for a good 19 years in which he has earned $217.2 million, making him the fourth-highest paid player in the history of the league. Additionally, through his endorsements with brands such as Beats by Dre, Shields, Under Armour, and Intel, he makes around $8 million.
5. Wife makes more money
His total net worth is nothing compared to his supermodel wife Gisele Bündchen. She is the highest-earning supermodel in the world reportedly having a net worth of around $1 billion.
6. A family man
He has 3 children. 2 sons and one daughter. His eldest son jack is with his ex-girlfriend along with 2 kids with his wife, Gisele.