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He was going to be a part time starter

A class act the entire time in New England. He is the anti-Favre, a guy knowing when it is time to step away but I have a feeling he isn't leaving the organization, just transitioning to an office position. He has done a lot of charity work and that will probably continue.

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Originally posted 06:27 AM ET  08.31 by Schadenfreude - Chitown bound.

A class act the entire time in New England. He is the anti-Favre, a guy knowing when it is time to step away but I have a feeling he isn't leaving the organization, just transitioning to an office position. He has done a lot of charity work and that will probably continue.

Favre probably called him and told him he should go home, think about it, reconsider, contact his agent, contact the Patriots, contact other teams....

At that point, Bruschi just hung up.

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Originally posted 06:27 AM ET  08.31 by Schadenfreude - Chitown bound.

A class act the entire time in New England. He is the anti-Favre, a guy knowing when it is time to step away but I have a feeling he isn't leaving the organization, just transitioning to an office position. He has done a lot of charity work and that will probably continue.

yeah i hope he becomes a lb coach

Nice to see a player that knows when to say when before they ruin their reputation.

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Originally posted 06:27 AM ET  08.31 by Schadenfreude - Chitown bound.

A class act the entire time in New England. He is the anti-Favre, a guy knowing when it is time to step away but I have a feeling he isn't leaving the organization, just transitioning to an office position. He has done a lot of charity work and that will probably continue.

This ought to bring out the haters.
Tedy is a class act, and should have his # retired by the Pats.
I'll never enjoy Papa Gino's Pizza the same way.

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Originally posted 06:27 AM ET  08.31 by Schadenfreude - Chitown bound.

A class act the entire time in New England. He is the anti-Favre, a guy knowing when it is time to step away but I have a feeling he isn't leaving the organization, just transitioning to an office position. He has done a lot of charity work and that will probably continue.

I agree. He will be around, only at a different position.

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Originally posted 07:31 AM ET  08.31 by PK812

This ought to bring out the haters.Tedy is a class act, and should have his # retired by the Pats. I'll never enjoy Papa Gino's Pizza the same way.

Not as good as When that little red headed kid sacked drew bledsoe for a papa Gino commercial

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Originally posted 06:30 AM ET  08.31 by Army of Adam

yeah i hope he becomes a lb coach

I could see him coaching high school somewhere. Someone for kids to look up to. A guy without the hype, without the agents, without the ego. A role model not just for football, but for life in general.

Good luck, Tedy. We will miss you.

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Originally posted 06:30 AM ET  08.31 by Army of Adam

yeah i hope he becomes a lb coach

That would be cool.

I'm glad he decided to quit, I think he should have the 1st time he had heart problems. Class guy all the way, I wish him well..

QUOTE(#2):

Originally posted 06:27 AM ET  08.31 by Schadenfreude - Chitown bound.

A class act the entire time in New England. He is the anti-Favre, a guy knowing when it is time to step away but I have a feeling he isn't leaving the organization, just transitioning to an office position. He has done a lot of charity work and that will probably continue.

Wish Favre could be anti-favre

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Originally posted 06:27 AM ET  08.31 by Schadenfreude - Chitown bound.

A class act the entire time in New England. He is the anti-Favre, a guy knowing when it is time to step away but I have a feeling he isn't leaving the organization, just transitioning to an office position. He has done a lot of charity work and that will probably continue.

There are lots of "anti-Favre"s in the league. What set Tedy apart was coming back from a STROKE and playing at a high level again. I'll add to the chorus of "class act".

Go home and enjoy a cold brewski, you've earned it.

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Originally posted 07:31 AM ET  08.31 by PK812

This ought to bring out the haters.Tedy is a class act, and should have his # retired by the Pats. I'll never enjoy Papa Gino's Pizza the same way.

I hope it doesn't bring out the haters. I'm a transplanted Colts fan who lives near Foxboro now. When I first moved out here I couldn't stand Bruschi, just because he was a Patriot... now, several years later, I still can't stand the Pats, but Bruschi stands out as a class act who can be looked up to as a role model by anybody, even Colts fans.

QUOTE(#6):

Originally posted 07:31 AM ET  08.31 by PK812

This ought to bring out the haters.Tedy is a class act, and should have his # retired by the Pats. I'll never enjoy Papa Gino's Pizza the same way.

Morning PK. While I never did care for Papa Ginos pizza, I have to agree with you. Teddy was/is a class act and I do think his # will be retired by the Pats. I also hope he stays with the Patriots organization for years to come.

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Originally posted 07:47 AM ET  08.31 by DebbieDoes

I could see him coaching high school somewhere. Someone for kids to look up to. A guy without the hype, without the agents, without the ego. A role model not just for football, but for life in general.Good luck, Tedy. We will miss you.

He doesn't need the stress of HS coaching position...he would be a great role model...but he needs to relax...

nice career...seemed like a standup guy...good luck

Not a Pats fan the fact the man was able to survive a stroke get back to NFL level of play was and still is amazing.

It was about time he retired with all he went thru. Congrats.

QUOTE(#6):

Originally posted 07:31 AM ET  08.31 by PK812

This ought to bring out the haters.Tedy is a class act, and should have his # retired by the Pats. I'll never enjoy Papa Gino's Pizza the same way.

Of course he is a class act... But # retired? Get serious