Rookie
Selecting a QB in the sixth round was certainly an odd pick for the Pats. This was especially true as their previous QB was a no. 1 pick! Moreover, Brady had to compete with both veteran John Friesz and fellow rookie Michael Bishop. As a result, he only made a single appearance in his first season with the Pats. Tom Brady was back on the bench for the meantime, and he would only have one completed pass out of three tries by the end of the season.
Rookie
Diving In
However, Brady wouldn’t have to wait long for an opportunity to showcase his skills. During the second season, both his competitors would be out of the picture! Brady would then become the backup quarterback. Drew Bledsoe, starting QB, was forced out of the game during their second game. He would be out for a while due to a sheared blood vessel and Brady had to fill in for him. Luckily, Tom Brady performed well and he eventually led New England to an 11-5 record.
Diving In
