Tom Brady is retiring from the NFL after 23 seasons and seven championships, he announced Wednesday.
Although it’s nearly impossible to touch on every moment of Brady’s long career — 20 seasons in New England, and another three in Tampa Bay — we’ve rounded up the highlights.
Jan. 1, 2000: Plays final game at Michigan
Brady leads Wolverines to 35-34 OT win over Alabama in Orange Bowl
April 16, 2000: Tom Brady drafted by Patriots
Brady was the 199th pick in the sixth round.