(Newswire.net — January 12, 2021) —
If you’re a fan of Tom Brady, it should come as no surprise to you that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are tearing up the NFL. Back when Brady was with the Patriots, he was just as big a terror. Sporting News tells us that the split with the Patriots was due to many factors. Yet today, he finds himself once again on the precipice of greatness as he and the Buccaneers aim for the Super Bowl win. Over the last few days, news has been circulating about the athlete, and for those interested in the outcome, these stories might hold a little bit of interest.
Is His Momentum From the Regular Season Over?
Many athletes don’t remain in a sport as long as Brady has done. Yet the 43-year-old is surprisingly fit and athletic, even with his considerable age. CBS Sports mentions that Brady is the only 40-year-old quarterback to throw forty touchdowns during a regular season. While this shows how impressive the star is, it raises several questions. Is this the peak of his performance for the season? And if so, can we expect a meltdown during the Super Bowl that would put the Buccaneers in trouble? The only thing way for sure is when they hit the field for the 2021 Super Bowl.
Should We Expect More Deep Throws from Brady?
With the Patriots, Brady’s operation wasn’t nearly as aerially based as it is now. Flatter balls were his mainstay, but the times are changing. The Buccaneers use more aerial deep passes, meaning that Brady will need to land long balls more often. During the early part of the season, it was evident that the guy was struggling to get those aerial balls in just the right zone. However, he latched on to the principle pretty quickly, resulting in a much more accurate throw towards the latter half of the season. It’s a good likelihood (if not a guarantee) that we’ll see Tampa Bay use a lot more long balls to help their offense, with Brady chucking it from deep. There’s much to be said about Brady, but without competent catchers, it doesn’t matter how good a quarterback he is. Luckily, Tampa Bay seems to have enough high-quality receivers to back him up.
Who Will Be the Target Men?
The Bucs have access to many catchers, but their number-one-man is likely to be Mike Evans. Brady works really well with him, but Tampa Bay needs to have options if Evans finds himself unable to play. After the first quarter in a recent game, Evans dropped off the field, leaving the offense struggling to make up for his absence. Chris Godwin and Brady’s old friend Rob Gronkowski are options The Bucs may need to look at if Evans finds himself in similar trouble come Super Bowl night. Gronkowski is another old Patriot, and he’ll be eager to recreate some of the magic of the past with Brady on the sender’s address.
How Are The Washington Defense Shaping Up
Brady’s just one guy, but he’s a living legend. Chase Young and the rest of the Washington defense seems to be taking him seriously but aren’t overawed by his presence. Washington has a lot of play for. Many people are surprised by their inclusion in the playoffs. After the Philadelphia Eagles seemingly took their foot off the gas, Washington managed to sneak in a win. Yet the one saving grace that Washington has had this year is their outstanding dynamic defense. What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? Physicists that want to know would do well to tune in to the Super Bowl. If things go the way they’re shaping up, either Brady or Washington’s defense will have to give.
Who’s Brady Up Against, and How Far Can The Bucs Go?
The Buccaneers have some good odds to come out of the playoffs, although the number-one seed remains the Packers. If Brady and his motley crew get by Washington, they may be facing Green bay as the lowest seed. However, as we know, it’s not just about if you win in football. If the Bears or the Rams pull off a win, Tampa Bay may find themselves trying to deal with either the Seahawks or the Saints.
Indeed, Tom Brady doesn’t need any more Super Bowl rings, but this goes deeper than that. Brady’s already over the hill as far as professional athletes go. He may have another Super Bowl win in him. The Bucs certainly hope so, and they’re rallying their push around his leadership. Whether he’ll have enough gas in him to take them through to the finals and wrap it up remains to be seen. Most other teams have already written him off as a flash in the pan, but The Bucs have a pretty decent offense. Underestimating them might be an opponent’s last mistake.