With Tom Brady making his retirement official on Tuesday, a wave of statements and tributes have poured in from across the football world.
Patriots owner Robert Kraft released one saying, in part, "Words cannot describe the feelings I have for Tom Brady, nor adequately express the gratitude my family, the New England Patriots and our fans have for Tom for all he did during his career."
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell also weighed in on Brady's retirement in a statement.
"Tom Brady will be remembered as one of the greatest to ever play in the NFL," Goodell said. "An incredible competitor and leader, his stellar career is remarkable for its longevity but also for the sustained excellence he displayed year after year.
"Tom made everyone around him better and always seemed to rise to the occasion in the biggest moments. His record five Super Bowl MVP awards and seven Super Bowl championships set a standard that players will chase for years.
"He inspired fans in New England, Tampa and around the world with one of the greatest careers in NFL history. It has been a privilege to watch him compete and have him in the NFL. We thank him for his many contributions to our game and wish Tom and his family all the best in the future."
No mention of Deflategate, the 19-month battle Goodell and the NFL waged against Brady in 2015 and 2016 to try to prove he cheated by deflating footballs in the AFC championship game against the Colts on Jan. 18, 2015.
Brady eventually dropped the legal fight in July 2016 and accepted a four-game suspension to begin the 2016 season. In recent years, Goodell has dodged questions about whether he still believes he did the right thing by suspending Brady.
Goodell did mention New England fans, though, which is something Brady oddly didn't do in his lengthy post announcing his retirement.