“That’s Bull C**p”: Patriots Greats Fire Back at Tom Brady’s Super Bowl Take
Tom Brady’s attempt to remain neutral ahead of Super Bowl LX did not sit well with several of his former New England Patriots teammates. After Brady suggested the Seattle Seahawks would beat the Patriots more often than not, multiple franchise legends publicly pushed back, accusing him of dodging loyalty in a moment that mattered. The reaction highlights the complicated space Brady now occupies between broadcaster, team owner, and Patriots icon.
- Krishna Sagar
- 3 min read
Few figures loom larger in New England sports than Tom Brady. His name is etched into Patriots history, his jersey retired, his statue towering outside Gillette Stadium.
That is precisely why his comments ahead of Super Bowl LX struck such a nerve.
When Brady said he did not have “a dog in the fight” and leaned toward Seattle as the better team, former teammates wasted little time calling him out.
What followed was not a debate about X’s and O’s, but a reminder of how deeply loyalty still matters to those who built the Patriots dynasty.
1. “That’s Bull C**p” and the Immediate Backlash
The sharpest response came from Vince Wilfork, who did not mince words.
The longtime defensive tackle dismissed Brady’s stance as “bull crap,” arguing that neutrality had no place when it came to the franchise that defined his career.
Wilfork’s frustration reflected more than disagreement with a prediction. To him, Brady’s refusal to clearly back New England felt like a distancing from shared history, championships, and the locker room bond that once defined the Patriots.
Asante Samuel echoed that sentiment. The former cornerback said he was “highly disappointed” that Brady did not publicly support the Patriots or head coach Mike Vrabel, a former teammate who was part of multiple Super Bowl runs.
2. Why Brady Took the Neutral Route
From Brady’s perspective, the situation is more complicated than it appears. He is no longer just a retired player with a microphone. He is the lead color commentator for Fox, tasked with presenting analysis rather than fandom. That role requires distance, especially on the sport’s biggest stage.
There is also his minority ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders. Brady is now part of an NFL ownership group, which further blurs the lines of allegiance.
His post playing career has forced him into a broader, more corporate view of the league, one that does not always align with the emotional expectations of former teammates.
In that context, Brady’s comments were less about disrespecting New England and more about protecting his current professional responsibilities.
3. A Split Reaction Inside Patriots History
Not every Patriots legend took issue with Brady’s stance. Tedy Bruschi publicly picked New England to win, but stopped short of criticizing Brady for staying neutral.
That divide shows how differently former players interpret loyalty once careers are over.
Some view unwavering support as non negotiable. Others accept that Brady’s life after football comes with different obligations and perspectives.
What is clear is that Brady’s legacy is so powerful that even a neutral comment feels loaded. When he speaks, people still expect him to sound like a Patriot.
4. Legacy, Loyalty, and Life After Football
Brady’s comments did not erase six Super Bowl titles or two decades of dominance in New England. But they did reveal the tension that exists when icons move on.
To former teammates, the Patriots remain family. To Brady, they are a defining chapter, but no longer the whole story.
As Super Bowl LX approaches, the debate says less about who will win and more about how difficult it is to step out of a dynasty without leaving expectations behind.
For better or worse, Tom Brady is no longer just the Patriots quarterback. And moments like this show how uncomfortable that reality still feels in New England.