Debates over which players have defined NFL franchises are nothing new — and this time, it was none other than Tom Brady who weighed in. In a surprising turn, the legendary quarterback shared his thoughts on who he believes is the greatest tight end in New England Patriots history — notably leaving out his longtime running mate, Rob Gronkowski.

Nowadays, Mike Vrabel’s team boasts two standout players at these positions in the starting lineup: Drake Maye and Hunter Henry. It was here that the multiple Super Bowl champion didn’t hold back praise for the Patriots’ current TE.

His comment, of course, came with a laugh — as it was made during a live TV broadcast, and right beside him was Gronkowski himself, Brady’s longtime teammate not only in New England but also during his final years with

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