Well, let’s not lose sight of the fact that By all appearances, Belichick DID have a post-Brady plan.I am a bit disappointed that there is currently no clear post-Brady plan, but I can’t be too disappointed. Jimmy was not going to sign an extension to sit while TB12 finishes his career. Jimmy might have two big contracts left before he declines. He needs to get paid and prove he’s worthy of an age 30 big money extension to set himself up for retirement. This is what BB was negotiating with/against: Jimmy’s need to go out and prove himself and maximize his potential. I also think that deep down BB would have less respect for someone who was content to ride the pine. Jimmy never made an issue of playing behind Tom, did things the “Patriot Way” and was an important part of the team. The Patriots got decent value for him, nearly a first round pick. That’s not bad. Disappointed that he’s not the QB of the future, but not unhappy with the value of the trade.
Brady just fucked it up by refusing to decline in an age appropriate manner.