What has always made his story even more remarkable is that he was all but forgotten in the 2000 NFL Draft. Brady had to watch 198 players be selected before finally hearing his name called.
Brady entered the 2000 NFL Draft after playing college football at Michigan. Unlike today’s highly touted first-round picks, he wasn’t expected to be a star. He was selected in the sixth round ...
On April 16, 2000, the New England Patriots turned in what is arguably the most famous draft card in NFL history. With the 199th selection in the 2000 NFL Draft, the Patriots made a decision that ...
With the 199th selection in the 2000 NFL Draft, the Patriots made a decision that would forever alter the trajectory of their franchise, by selecting University of Michigan quarterback Tom Brady.