I never thought I'd see this day.
Tom Brady shocked the world about 45 minutes ago when he posted his goodbye to Pats Nation.
"I wanted to say thank you to all of the incredible fans and Patriots supporters. MA has been my home for twenty years. It has truly been the happiest two decades I could have envisioned in my life and I have nothing but love and gratitude for my time in New England...I don't know what my football future holds but it is time for me to open a new stage for my life and career..."
Read his full statement below.