‘Legend’: Tom Brady Reacts To Julian Edelman’s Hall Of Fame Announcement

Julian Edelman Earns Patriots Hall of Fame Honors

Julian Edelman is officially a legend in New England, and no one is prouder than his longtime teammate and friend, Tom Brady. After being named the 37th inductee into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame, Edelman received a flood of love from fans and peers—but Brady’s reaction stood out. Sharing the news via Instagram, Brady wrote simply:

“LEGEND. Congratulations bubs.”

Edelman’s journey to Patriots greatness wasn’t typical. Selected as the 232nd overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, few predicted the impact he would have on the league. Originally a quarterback at San Mateo and later at Kent State, Edelman made the transition to wide receiver and never looked back. Over 12 seasons with the Patriots, he earned three Super Bowl rings and became one of Brady’s most trusted playoff targets.

Brady and Edelman shared countless memorable moments, including epic postseason drives and iconic Super Bowl performances. The duo defined an era of Patriots dominance that still resonates with fans today. While Edelman is now retired, his legacy is firmly cemented. And Brady’s heartfelt reaction reminds us of the brotherhood forged in football.

Meanwhile, Brady remains close to the sport. Though he retired in 2023, the seven-time Super Bowl champion is now a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. Also works as a consultant on player development. His post-NFL life keeps him connected to the game he dominated for two decades.

Tom Brady and Joe Burrow Compared Over Met Gala Fashion

Outside the NFL, Tom Brady has often turned heads at the Met Gala. This year, however, he skipped the event—but that didn’t stop fans from invoking his name. All eyes were on Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, who attended the gala in a blue double-breasted suit with matching shades and chunky sneakers.

While Burrow’s look turned heads, not everyone was a fan. Some critics felt he missed the mark, especially compared to Brady’s past appearances at fashion’s biggest night. Known for his clean, theme-aligned style (often alongside ex-wife Gisele Bündchen), Brady has become a Met Gala mainstay. The comparisons to Burrow were inevitable—and harsh. Social media quickly lit up with memes and side-by-side shots of both quarterbacks in their finest.

The 2025 Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” aimed to celebrate Black fashion and designers. While Brady didn’t attend, NFL stars like Justin Jefferson and Saquon Barkley were also spotted, adding more football flair to the glamorous night.

From Hall of Fame shoutouts to fashion critiques, Tom Brady continues to influence both sports and pop culture—whether he’s on the field, in a luxury suit, or showing love to his former teammates.

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