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Robert Saleh: 'Ballsy' of Jets rookie to get Tom Brady's autograph

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated 1/3/22

New York Jets rookie Brandin Echols made the bold move of getting Tom Brady’s autograph after Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. That did not go over well with some fans in light of the Jets’ loss, but coach Robert Saleh does not feel that way.

Echols intercepted Brady during Sunday’s game, and had the Buccaneers quarterback sign the football after Tampa Bay’s comeback win. Saleh said it was a bold move by Echols, but not one the coach had any issue with.

Saleh says it was "ballsy by the rookie" for Echols to ask Brady to sign the ball he intercepted. Adds it "speaks volumes" to the character of Brady to sign it.

Adds he understands the optics, but also says he has no problem with what Echols did. Says NFL is a brotherhood. #Jets

— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) January 3, 2022