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Friday, March 26, 2010

Punch Out for Pansies


Tom Brady Spotted Boxing in Los Angeles
By Larry Brown/LarryBrownSports.com

One of the stories this past week for the Patriots was that their star quarterback, Tom Brady, was not present in Foxboro for the start of the team’s offseason workouts. Brady previously had a strong record of being the most dedicated Patriot in offseason workouts but his new family lifes has led to changes — Brady now spends more time in Los Angeles, away from the New England-area. Despite missing team workouts in Foxboro, we have confirmation that Brady’s been staying in shape in LA. The website Faded Youth spotted #12 doing some boxing in Beverly Hills.

Thanks to the almighty PFT for the heads up on that story. While it’s encouraging that Brady is apparently staying in shape on his own (not unlike many other star players), boxing in a ring and working with your receivers are two completely different things. Obviously Brady’s priorities and responsibilities in life have changed and he has adjusted accordingly. While coaches like Mike Shanahan have demanded that players show up for Redskins workouts, Brady’s missing time with his teammates. I have no doubt that the guy is a pro who will be ready to play at a high level this season, but it’s indisputable that his focused has changed. Let’s just hope the boxing proves to be more beneficial for Tom than MMA was for Matt Leinart.

What the hell does a quarterback need to be in shape for? Just drop back and chunk it. You don't see Peyton Manning doing stupid crap like boxing. He spends his offseason making commercials and doing guest appearances at rich kid's Sweet 16 parties. That's the way to do it. And what's with Brady's outfit. Looks like something Gisele would wear to pilates. I never liked this guy but he sure has become a fruit since he started dating that supermodel. Small price to pay I guess. Plus I'm sure she'd leave him if he went back to looking like this. Better keep up the boxing.

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