Brady's Super Bowl Wisdom: The Weight of Wins and Losses

Created: JANUARY 27, 2025

In a recent interview just before Super Bowl LIX, Tom Brady shared his insights on the pressure and preparation involved in football's biggest game. Speaking with Colin Cowherd, he reflected on his own Super Bowl journey, highlighting the impact of both victories and defeats.

Early in his career, with wins in the Orange Bowl and a Super Bowl in his second NFL season, Brady admitted to not fully grasping the magnitude of the event. However, his perspective shifted after a devastating loss to the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLII, a game that ended the Patriots' hopes of a perfect season.

Brady with his helmet off

This defeat, followed by another Super Bowl loss in 2011, underscored the difficulty of reaching and winning the championship. Brady emphasized the decade-long gap between Super Bowl victories, stating, "We went 10 years between winning... these Super Bowl moments... I’m going to exhaust every bit of energy I have... because when you lose this game, this is on your resume forever."

He further explained that the sting of a Super Bowl loss lingers far longer than any other defeat. He humorously recounted still being reminded of the "Helmet Catch" from Super Bowl XLII, demonstrating the lasting impact of these moments.

Tom Brady at Cardinals-49ers

Turning his attention to Patrick Mahomes, Brady acknowledged the pressure Mahomes might feel to win Super Bowl LIX, potentially moving his Super Bowl record to 3-2. Brady highlighted the increasing pressure he felt as his career progressed, recognizing the significance of securing a victory in the championship game.

Sharing his preparation strategy for his final Super Bowl appearance with the Buccaneers, Brady revealed he spent two weeks meticulously studying film, analyzing the Chiefs players' movements and body language. Now transitioning to a broadcasting role, Brady will be part of the Super Bowl LIX commentary team for the first time.

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Super Bowl LIX, streamed live and free on Tubi, will feature pre-game coverage starting at 1 p.m. ET on FOX, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET.

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