Tom Brady announces retirement once again

Tom Brady took to social media on Wednesday to announce his retirement after 23 seasons in the NFL.

Truly grateful on this day. Thank you 🙏🏻❤️ pic.twitter.com/j2s2sezvSS

— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) February 1, 2023

“I know the process was a pretty big deal last time, so when I woke up this morning, I figured I’d just press record and let you guys know first,” Brady said. “I won’t be long-winded. You only get one super emotional retirement essay, and I used mine up last year, so really thank you guys so much to every single one of you for supporting me.”

Brady informed the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of his decision at 6 a.m. ET.

A player closest to him on the field … Bucs center Ryan Jensen wished Brady well.

Thanks for pushing me everyday this season mentally and physically to get back on the field. I’m glad I was able to take the field with you one last time! Enjoy retirement, don’t dog me too much in the booth. Love ya man! @TomBrady pic.twitter.com/Q3G5eoTJgc

— Ryan Jensen (@sinjen66) February 1, 2023

“My family, my friends, my teammates, my competitors — I could go on forever, there’s too many,” Brady said in the video. “Thank you guys for allowing me to live my absolute dream. I wouldn’t change a thing. Love you all.”

What’s next is a career with FOX Sports. Brady signed a 10-year, $375 million contract with the network last year. He is slated to join Kevin Burkhardt on their No. 1 NFL broadcast pairing.

He will also work on other projects with FOX. He has a clothing company and a production company.

Brady appeared Tuesday at the premiere of the movie “80 for Brady” in Los Angeles.

Brady, 45, won seven Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The three-time NFL MVP holds nearly every career passing record from passing yards (89,214) to passing touchdowns (649).