Thomas Edward Patrick Brady Jr. (born August 3, 1977) is an American football quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL). He spent his first 20 seasons with the New England Patriots, where he was a central contributor to the franchise's dynasty from 2001 to 2019. One of the most decorated and accomplished players in NFL history, Brady is widely regarded as the greatest quarterback of all time. As the starting quarterback he has won a record seven Super Bowl titles and a record five Super Bowl MVPs, both being the most by a player in the NFL.