Quirky Fans

Talking football with others is not always the most enlightening experience. I got into a discussion with some people about Tom Brady and Randy Moss. They were bemoaning the fact that Brady has been absent from the off-season conditioning program. Attendance has always been voluntary. That is a league policy. In the past, Brady was a constant presence. Now, he works out on his own. His life has changed now that he has two kids. Others on the team have kids, but they are still there.

I think Brady's situation is unique. There is only one Tom Brady. He is arguably one of the league's bigger stars. I don't think he is getting soft or that his desire to play is any less. In a recent interview on WEEI, he sounded as passionate as ever about playing. He is either sincere or a very good actor.

I don't understand why people label Randy Moss as a complainer. Everyone on the team constantly mentions his leadership skills. I think they are more in tune to what is happening on the team than the average fan.

I think the wackiest thing I heard was that Brady will retire and become a movie star. I think he should stick to his day job.