Tampa Bay and Tom Brady Lose Game Following First Thanksgiving Since Gisele Bündchen Divorce

Mar. 15, 2025

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Tom Bradyand the Buccaneers lost in overtime to the Browns on Sunday in Cleveland, the game following the NFL superstar’s firstThanksgivingsince his divorce fromGisele Bündchen.

Brady, 45, went 29/43 for a total of 246 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions. But, his solid play was not enough to lift his team to a victory; the Browns winning 17-23 in OT.

The FirstEnergy Stadium field was still visiblydamaged after it was vandalizedearly Tuesday. The NFL inspected the field and approved it for Sunday use, according to the game’s broadcasters. Players tested out some of the rougher-looking areas prior to the game to make sure it was playable.

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Brady opened up about the holiday, following hissplit with Bündchenafter 13 years of marriage.

“I think myself as a parent and being grateful during Thanksgiving,it’s always time for family,” he said on the Nov. 21 podcast episode of SiriusXM’sLet’s Go!“When you think about this holiday and the commitment that parents make and that my parents made to me and my career is unbelievable.”

Acknowledging his whole family’s role in his 23-season career, Brady said on the podcast that he’s “looking forward to finishing strong here after Thanksgiving.”

“Obviously, with a lot of gratitude for the people that have made such a huge impact in my life and supported me throughout this amazing career,” he continued. “I just want to be that for my kids.”

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In addition toBenjamin and Vivian, the quarterback is also a dad to 15-year-old sonJack. Brady welcomed Vivian and Ben with his new ex, Bündchen, and Jack withBridget Moynahan.

source: people.com