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Robert Spillane comments on Tom Brady's Super Bowl support remarks

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Robert Spillane comments on Tom Brady's Super Bowl support remarks

Summary

During an appearance on WEEI’s The Greg Hill Show, New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane expressed his disappointment regarding Tom Brady's comments about not having a rooting interest in Super Bowl matchups. Spillane stated that Brady’s lack of loyalty to the Patriots, where he won six Super Bowls, was disheartening. He reflected on Brady's 20-year tenure with the team and mentioned feeling sad for the quarterback's shifting loyalties, which include moving on to play for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and becoming a Raiders minority owner. Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel responded diplomatically, noting Brady’s new endeavors.

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By the Numbers

•Robert Spillane voiced irritation towards Tom Brady's Super Bowl comments.
•Spillane felt sad for Brady's lack of loyalty to the Patriots.
•Brady has shifted loyalties since leaving New England, now owning part of the Raiders.
•Mike Vrabel commented on Brady's focus on new ventures.

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10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots’ Robert Spillane: Tom Brady’s Super Bowl rooting comments ‘made me feel sad for him’

What they're saying

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Tom Brady is undeniably a winner and competitor, but his loyalties don’t run as deep as New England Patriots faithful might hope. In fact, as we’ve learned, if you throw him enough money, Brady will be loyal to just about anything. His lack of love for the franchise he won six Super Bowls with was…
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