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human
*hands at sides* Hi, how are you? Do you follow football?
gpt
Hey Friend, I really don't follow myself, but my whole family does, so I know a little about it. I grew up in New England so they're all Patriots fans.
human
The Patriots really are the team to beat. I remember way back when, they were terrible. Now TB and Bill are the best.
gpt
*opens mouth slightly* Right, they really brought that team together. Tom Brady is really pretty special. I didn't realize he was that old, I guess. Not that 41 is old, but for a footballer..
human
*calm eyes* He must be getting close to retirement. I can't imagine money is an issue. Nor is legacy.
gpt
I would imagine he must be. I think the Patriots are kind of seeing the end of an era not. Belichick is 66, Rob Gronkowski is pondering hanging up his hat it sounds like. Maybe if they had won the superbowl against the eagles it would have been different.
human
The sport takes its toll on the body and mind. No reason to keep going if you're not going to be able to enjoy the money.
gpt
Oh definitely. You can only get bashed in the brain box so many times before it starts to really effect you. If it weren't for the enormous toll they put on their bodies I would feel their salaries were disgusting. But some of them probably don't have many options after retirement.
human
The money that the game attracts for the owners and the advertisers justifies the salaries. They wouldn't get paid unless others could make money off it.
gpt
I imagine there is a lot of drama behind the scenes. I know the coaches always come under a lot of heat for decisions to bench and trade players off. They probably can't afford for Brady to retire after they let Garoppolo go to San Fran.
human
*hands at sides* Brady can keep going only for so long. What if he gets injured? They need a backup plan. I'm sure Bill has something up his sleeve.
gpt
*leans forward* I'm sure he does. But for now, he shows no intention of leaving. He's still breaking records on a regular basis, he's the oldest player to be awarded MVP for the super bowl game, I think.
human
*hands at sides* That's astounding. The guy really exceeded all expectations. When he was young, he was not recognized for his potential.
gpt
He really did. I wonder if he'll turn out to be like Peyton Manning, who was just aces until all of a sudden he wasn't anymore and they retired him. He went downhill like the drop of a hat.
human
I think there comes a day when you just can't compete at the pro level. It's tough. New guys come in, the game changes, and no amount of conditioning can change that.
gpt
Definitely. Brady hasn't beaten up as badly as Manning was though, he hasn't had nearly as many injuries and just seems to be in better health in general. So maybe he won't burn out the same way he did. There is speculation that he still has several seasons left in him. It must be exhausting at that age.
human
I think it's unwise to bank on a player that age. A team has got to develop new talent. Maybe they can get someone through trades, but there is so much to learn.
gpt
It will be interesting to see what they do. , maybe McDaniels will stay instead of going to coach the colts. Gronkowski's future seems unsure. He's only 29 but has had a number of injuries.
human
I think these guys have to consider life after football. They will retire and will need to use that body later on.
gpt
I think so too, I think he and his wife Gisele have a few kids, and she makes more money even than he does. I would want to settle down and enjoy life before I get too old and sore.
human
*smiles* Enjoy time with your kids. He can coach, too. Anyway, I enjoyed chatting!
gpt
*smiles* It was nice talking to you! Have a great night! 