Tom Brady, other Patriots alumni react to Matthew Slater’s retirement

Tom Brady, other Patriots alumni react to Matthew Slater’s retirement originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston

It’s been an offseason of monumental change in New England.

Just over a month after the Patriots parted ways with legendary head coach Bill Belichick, team captain and special teams ace Matthew Slater announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday.

Slater spent his entire 16-year career in New England, earning 10 Pro Bowl nods and eight All-Pro honors as one of the best special teams gunners in league history. He helped the Patriots win three Super Bowl titles and was a strong locker room presence who took over as New England’s de facto leader following Tom Brady’s exit in 2020.

For a sense of how much Slater meant to his teammates, it’s worth noting the outpouring of tributes the 38-year-old received on social media following Tuesday’s announcement.

Brady, who was Slater’s teammate for 12 years in New England, was one of the first to leave a comment for Slater on Instagram, writing “one of a kind” with six heart emojis.

Here are a few other notable reactions from current and former Patriots players on Instagram:

Ex-Patriots quarterback Tom Brady: ❤❤❤one of a kind❤❤❤

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones: Thank you Slate for changing the game!! Your legacy is forever, both on and off the field!! #Legend

Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe: Appreciate ya for everything 18! Grateful for the last 2 years with you!🐐🐐

Patriots linebacker Mack Wilson Sr.: Appreciate you Captain 18 you the 🐐 man words can’t express honestly. I’m forever grateful to share the field w/ you 🙏🏾

Patriots defensive tackle Davon Godchaux: 🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐 (Six GOAT emojis)

Patriots long snapper Joe Cardona: Hall of Fame player, teammate, leader, and person. Thank you for everything 18!

Patriots special teamer Chris Board: Blessed to have been a part of your story 🙏🏽🐐

Ex-Patriots offensive lineman Sebastian Vollmer: A true blessing to call you a friend and…

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Publish date : 2024-02-20 16:24:02

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