When Did Tom Brady Play His First NFL Game?

Tom Brady’s first NFL game was September 12th, 2000. He was drafted by the New England Patriots in the sixth round of the NFL draft.

Introduction

Tom Brady is an American football quarterback who plays for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He is one of only two players in NFL history to win five Super Bowls (the other being Charles Haley), and he is the only player to win them all playing for one team. He has also been selected for eleven Pro Bowls, more than any other quarterback in NFL history.

Tom Brady’s Early Life and Career

Tom Brady was born on August 3, 1977, in San Mateo, California. He played football in high school and was drafted by the New England Patriots in the sixth round of the 2000 NFL Draft. Brady didn’t start his first game until his second season, but he quickly became one of the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history.

Tom Brady’s College Career

Tom Brady played college football for the University of Michigan from 1995 to 1999. He was a backup quarterback for his first two years and became the starter in his junior year. As a starter, he led the Michigan Wolverines to an undefeated season and a national championship in 1998. He was named the Most Valuable Player of the Orange Bowl, which was Michigan’s only loss that season. Brady was also named the Big Ten Conference Offensive Player of the Year in 1998.

Tom Brady’s NFL Career

Thomas Edward Patrick “Tom” Brady Jr. (born August 3, 1977), is an American football quarterback for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He is one of only two players to win five Super Bowls (the other being defensive end Charles Haley), and he is the only player to win them all playing for one team. Brady has also won four Super Bowl MVP awards, the most ever by a single player, has been selected to 11 Pro Bowls, and has led his team to more division titles (16) than any other quarterback in NFL history. As of November 2020, Brady is ranked as the NFL’s all-time leader in passing yards and passing touchdowns.

Tom Brady’s First NFL Game

Tom Brady played his first NFL game on September 3, 2017. He was drafted by the New England Patriots in the sixth round of the 2000 NFL Draft.

Tom Brady’s NFL Debut

Tom Brady made his first NFL regular season appearance on September 30th, 2001, against the Indianapolis Colts. He came in as a relief quarterback for an injured Drew Bledsoe in the second quarter. The Patriots went on to win that game 44-13.

Tom Brady’s First Start

Tom Brady made his first NFL start against the Indianapolis Colts on September 30, 2001. The New England Patriots quarterback threw for 312 yards and two touchdowns in a 44-13 victory.

It was the beginning of a Hall of Fame career for Brady, who would go on to win six Super Bowls with the Patriots.

Conclusion

Tom Brady played his first NFL game on September 3rd, 2017 against the Arizona Cardinals.