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Tom Brady statement

Posted by Mike Reiss, Globe Staff October 18, 2008 11:10 PM

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has released a statement on his website -- TomBrady.com -- regarding the status of his injured left knee.

The statement reads:

"I would like to thank everyone for the well wishes and support you have given me throughout my career. It has been particularly helpful during these past six weeks. It is great to know you are all behind me, not only during the good times, but also during the challenging times. On October 6, I had surgery to repair my knee from the injury that took place four weeks earlier in our season opener.

"The surgery went well and my doctor described my knee as 'rock solid.' Unfortunately, in the week following the surgery, I developed an infection. The infection is very treatable and, through a course of antibiotics, it will be knocked out of my system. We were proactive with the infection and the doctors went in for a second procedure this past Wednesday to clean and to test the wound. The results of the tests have all been positive and we are very thankful. I am excited to begin rehabbing my knee and will continue preparing for 2009. I'm looking forward to supporting my teammates throughout the rest of this season, as we strive to achieve the goals we set as a team months ago. Thanks again for your letters and well wishes. The support has meant so much to me during these past few weeks.

"I encourage all of my young fans to keep your bodies and minds as fit as possible and to deal with whatever challenges you may face. We never know what life is going to throw us. The best offense is to be prepared whether for the next school test, the next game, or for an unexpected challenge.

"Thanks again -TB."

[UPDATED 12:30 a.m.] On the Patriots' website, the team added the following comment: "Since Tom Brady suffered an unfortunate knee injury in our season opener on September 7, we have been in constant consultation with him and he has our complete support."

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21 comments so far...

  1. So, Brady released this information on his own website, versus the Patriots releasing the information? Interesting. Is there something going on between Brady and the Pats?

    Posted by Paul October 19, 08 12:01 AM

  1. Yeah TOM BRADY! Glad to hear your doing well. I can't wait for 2009!

    Posted by Christian October 19, 08 12:07 AM

  1. The fact that you reached out to the youth and offered up what a champion in life thinks about when facing a challenge, speaks volumes about you as a person....quickest of recoveries

    Posted by jeff and debbie lessard October 19, 08 12:22 AM

  1. Paul,
    Nice try trying to stir up controversy, Bob Kraft stated that Brady is his all time favorite Patriot in SD last week and also updated Brady's situation. I'm quite sure TB ok'd this w/the Pats and BB before releasing any info.

    Posted by Nikos October 19, 08 12:26 AM

  1. Always a leader, always an inspiration ....

    Posted by G-Man October 19, 08 12:30 AM

  1. Brady will be back with a force in '09. With the kind of determination he has demonstrated, we will see an unbelievable season out of him. He's been to the mountain top, you know he'll find a way back. This is something to prove when he doesn't need to prove anything more. Let's get this season on track now and keep spirits up til then.


    Posted by Steve O'Brien October 19, 08 12:40 AM

  1. Can Brady win back the starting QB job next year from current starter Matt Cassell?

    Posted by Mike October 19, 08 12:51 AM

  1. Get well Tom Brady, we all miss you.

    Posted by Giles Farnaby October 19, 08 01:10 AM

  1. Tommy - we miss you, love you, and pray for your speedy recovery. You are where God wants you to be. Use this setback as a learning experience. There is ALWAYS room for improvement in all of us. God Bless. Sandra in Providence

    Posted by Sandra Ginsberg October 19, 08 01:17 AM

  1. I broke my ankle 2 months ago and 2 months later i developed a staph infection. I had to get a second surgery and now wear a picc line that pumps antibiotics into me 24/7 for the next 6 weeks. I know how bad this ordeal is and let me tell you the infection alone is more painful than the plate and 7 screws i had put in my leg. I guess even in a plush LA Hospital you cant avoid a staph infection who wouldve though.

    Posted by StaphGuy October 19, 08 01:37 AM

  1. Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Tom...

    Posted by Steve October 19, 08 02:06 AM

  1. LETS GO CASSEL!!!! WE STLL LOVE YOU TOM BUT THIS SEASON YOU ARE NOT AROUND SO I WANT CASSEL TO KNOW THAT THERE ARE STILL PATS FANS THAT ARE BEHIND HIM 100%!!

    LETS GO PATS SHOCK THE WORLD AND WIN THE WHOLE DANG THING!!

    Posted by JOE October 19, 08 02:07 AM

  1. Glad Tom that you are feeling better-but shouldn't your girlfriend being carrying the bags from of your day of shopping up the steps instead of you?
    I really admire your talent and dedication-I hope you are on the road to recovery but don't forget your team or all of us fans.
    Matt needs your advice and presence when you are able.
    I wish you the best but remember-you thrive in BOSTON not NY...


    Jackie

    Posted by Jackie Grant October 19, 08 02:21 AM

  1. We miss you! Things are just not the same.
    Love,
    The NFL

    Posted by NFL October 19, 08 02:23 AM

  1. Tom Brady is a true class act...cant wait to see him back on the field!

    GO PATS!

    Posted by Ryan October 19, 08 03:11 AM

  1. tom brady is the model citizen of the nfl. cant wait to have him back. we're blessed to have him playing or not.

    Posted by alex October 19, 08 03:38 AM

  1. LOL - at you fools. Brady didn't write that little update. His PR firm did.

    Posted by Will M. October 19, 08 06:02 PM

  1. TOM WE ALL WISH YOU THE BEST. BUT I THINK YOU SHOULD BE THERE FOR YOUR TEAM ALSO. I THINK YOU SHOULD AT LEAST GO TO SOME OF THE PATS GAME AND SIT ON THE SIDELINE. SHOW US YOUR FANS THAT YOU ARE STILL A PATRIOT. AFTER THEY GAVE YOU YOUR START.
    GET WELL SOON

    Posted by REGINA SILVIA October 20, 08 08:26 AM

  1. Good note from Tom - glad to see that he is reaching out....

    Also - StaphGuy is right. An infection after this type of operation is very very serious.

    TB - Get well soon

    Best Wishes....

    Posted by FoxboroughGuy October 20, 08 04:01 PM

  1. Get well Tom and hope your return is setback free. You are missed and just to see you on the sidelines to help out will be a relief for all Pat fans.
    May your healing be fast and you rehab faster. We all love you and will pray for you.

    Posted by Carol and Ray Vicario and family October 24, 08 12:12 PM

  1. I love watching a pats game but its just no way close without you man.Get well soon

    GO PATS!!!

    Posted by Adam November 28, 08 08:39 PM
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