They said it! Tom Brady, Baker Mayfield top NFL quotes of the week
Tom Brady can be a good sport when he wants and more from our NFL quotes of the week.
“It was s— for me, to be honest. It was complete s— [laughter]. But I try to be a gentleman. No, actually, I mean, look, it was a great play he made. I’m happy he’s got the ball. I wish I didn’t throw it, but I’m trying to be a good sport. Because a lot of times I’m not a good sport. I can be a pretty bad sport. In the moment when they get me in the right frame of mind, I’m actually a good sport.”
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, on being asked to autograph a ball by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who had intercepted it during his team’s 35-7 win over Tampa Bay, via his “Let’s Go!” podcast with Jim Gray
“I’m almost tired of this DB s—. I’m finna go to receiver. I know I’m going for 1,500 [yards].”
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay, on wanting to play wide receiver for Jalen Hurts
“My tough times would be a dream to someone else.”
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith, on his years as a backup QB
“Please stop running our skill [players] up the middle.”
San Francisco 49ers great Jerry Rice, on the team’s injuries
“I took a gamble. I booked a flight before the waiver went through.”
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Baker Mayfield, on signing with the team. Mayfield ended up leading a winning drive against the Las Vegas Raiders in his first action with the team.
