'Don’t Tell Mr. Kraft': Tom Brady Makes Patriots Admission on Sunday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Nate Lunak | Last updated Oct 26, 2025 1:18 PM ET

Tom Brady is one of four quarterbacks in NFL history to have a win over all 32 teams, along with Peyton Manning, Brett Favre and Drew Brees.

Brady accomplished the feat as a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, defeating the New England Patriots in Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season. It was a big moment after spending 20 seasons and winning six Super Bowls with the Patriots.

Now, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has the opportunity to join that elite list. On Sunday, he and the Steelers play the Green Bay Packers, where Rodgers spent 18 years. The Packers are the only team he's yet to beat.

Former New England Patriots quarterback Tom BradyPaul Rutherford-Imagn Images

During an appearance on "Fox NFL Sunday," Brady was asked what it was like to play against his former team and whether it was an emotional experience. His response was something he didn't want Patriots owner Robert Kraft to hear.

“You have so many fond memories... but if I’m A-Rod, I want to crush the Packers,” Brady said. “I’m going to make that really clear. Don’t tell this to Mr. Kraft, but I wanted to beat the Patriots by 100 when I was at the Bucs and we played them.”

“Don’t tell this to Mr. Kraft, but I wanted to beat the Patriots by 100 when I was at the Bucs and we played them.”

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It wasn't a huge win for Brady and the Buccaneers, as they defeated the Patriots 19-17. He completed 22-of-43 passes for 269 yards, zero touchdowns and zero interceptions.

Despite handing New England a loss, Kraft and Brady share a strong connection. On Aug. 8, the Patriots unveiled a 12-foot statue of the legendary quarterback outside of Gillette Stadium.

As Rodgers looks to join Brady on that impressive list, all eyes will be on the Packers and Steelers. Kickoff is 8:20 p.m. ET at Acrisure Stadium.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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