5 Things About Tom Brady That Will Surprise You

By Nick Villano

5 Tom Brady Facts

Tom Brady — Tom Brady is one of the most popular football players in recent memory. He has model-like good looks and eye-popping stats, but there are still many unknowns about the quarterback. Here are five facts about Tom Brady you may not know.

5. His Sister Is Married To Kevin Youkilis

Kevin Youkilis

5. His Sister Is Married To Kevin Youkilis

Kevin Youkilis — Brady grew up with three sisters. He was the only boy in the house, while also being the youngest. One of his sisters met Boston Red Sox star Kevin Youkilis while she still lived in California. Despite Tom telling her to stay away at first, Youkilis and Julie Brady got married this past May.

4. He Was In The Stands For 'The Catch'

Catch

4. He Was In The Stands For 'The Catch'

Catch — Brady was a huge San Francisco 49ers fan growing up in San Mateo, Calif. He watched almost every game at Candlestick Park, and that includes the game where Dwight Clark made "The Catch." Years later, he would be making his own memorable moments, but it all started with what he saw live.

3. He Didn't Play Organized Football Until High School

High School

3. He Didn't Play Organized Football Until High School

High School — Brady always liked playing football, but he never joined a team until he was a freshman in high school. He obviously found his calling pretty quickly at Junipero Serra High School. Brady would go on to get recruited by multiple colleges, including Michigan, his alma mater.

2. He Was Drafted By The Montreal Expos

Montreal Expos

2. He Was Drafted By The Montreal Expos

Montreal Expos — Brady's main sport might have been football, but he was also a really good catcher. He was drafted by the now-defunct Montreal Expos in the 18th round at 17 years old.

1. He Is The Winningest QB Ever

1. He Is The Winningest QB Ever

New England Patriots — Tom Brady is 160-47 in his career, and he has never had a losing season as the starting QB. His .773 winning percentage is by far the best ever, beating out former Cowboy great Roger Staubach. He did it all with the New England Patriots, which previously was known as a losing franchise. This is why he is considered the best quarterback of all time by many parties.

Nick Villano is the New Jersey Devils writer for Rant Sports. He also adds to the site’s NBA, MLB and NFL content. You can follow him on Twitter or add him to your Google circle.

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