After stepping down as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Bruce Arians wanted to squash one of the rumors about the unusual timing of his decision to walk away.
Speaking to reporters Thursday, Arians said any rumblings about friction with quarterback Tom Brady "couldn't be further from the truth."
Arians noted he and Brady "have a great relationship" and were texting "every week" after the three-time NFL MVP initially announced his retirement in February.
The Buccaneers announced Wednesday that Arians was transitioning into a front-office role and defensive coordinator Todd Bowles was being promoted to head coach.