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wasn't always the social media-savvy icon fans know today. In fact, during his time with the , the legendary quarterback reportedly couldn't stand love for Twitter. Former i recently spilled the beans on this unexpected revelation during an appearance on the "Dudes On Dudes" podcast.
Alongside former teammate Gronkowski recounted how , who now dominates Instagram with over 18 million followers, was once a vocal critic of Johnson's social media activity. "Tom absolutely hated that Chad was on Twitter," revealed. "He and [Bill] Belichick were constantly on him, saying, 'Get off Twitter.
It's not going to help you on the field.' But honestly, it never really impacted Chad's game like they thought it would." Johnson, who joined the in 2011 after a successful run with the Bengals, had a reputation for being larger than life online.
His unapologetic use of Twitter stood in stark contrast to the Patriots' rigid, team-first culture. Edelman chimed in, saying, "We just did things differently in New England." Gronkowski added, "And Chad didn't really fit into that.
" Despite disapproval, Johnson's love for social media persisted long after his brief stint in New England, which ended in 2012. After leaving the , he signed with the Dolphins, only to be released following legal troubles. Johnson later played in international leagues before transitioning to broadcasting, where he continues to entertain millions online.
Fast forward to today, and the dynamic has completely shifted. Brady, once critical of social media, is now one of its biggest stars. His account even welcomed his former coach, to the platform in 2024.
Brady took a jab at Belichick when he joined Instagram In a playful video marking 's Instagram debut, Brady joked, "Alright, guys. Party's over, Bill's here. It was a good run, but we gotta shut it.
Welcome, coach." The 72-year-old coach, now gearing up for his new role as 's football head coach, has been surprisingly active online, amassing 445,000 followers and sharing glimpses into his personal life - including a photo with his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson. couldn't help but poke fun at the irony of Brady's transformation, saying, "The point is, Tom's now Mr.
Instagram or Mr. X. It's funny how things change.
" From grilling over tweets to becoming a social media icon himself, Brady's journey is a reminder that even the most disciplined athletes can evolve - and maybe even embrace what they once criticized..
