Sometimes it's easy to take for granted the greatness of the New England Patriots starter behind center, but one glance at just a few Tom Brady stats demonstrate why he's widely considered the greatest QB in NFL history.
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It's also amazing to this very day that the 6' 4", 225-pounder from Michigan lasted all the way until the 199th selection in the 6th round of the 2000 NFL Draft.
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Want a deeper dive into the greatness of Brady? You can check out his stats in-depth from throughout his career and even compare him to any other QB in the league.
Of course, here are the stats that truly matter to an NFL quarterback: Super Bowl appearances, victories, and MVP awards.
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The Most Impressive Tom Brady Stats
As you can see from his most impressive stats and numbers below, #12 truly is one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.
Note: These stats are pre-Super Bowl 52 against Philadelphia, so Brady will have a shot at adding to his record-setting statistics.
| Category and Year if Applicable | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Career Passing Yards | 66,159 |
| Most Yards Thrown in a Season (2001) | 5,235 |
| Career Touchdown Passes | 488 |
| Games Played | 253 |
| Highest Passer Rating (2007) | 117.2 |
| Longest Career Pass | 99 |
| Most Touchdowns Thrown in a Season (2007) | 50 |
| Career Rushing Touchdowns | 22 |
| Pro Bowl Selections | 13 |
| Super Bowl Appearances | 8 |
| Super Bowl Champ | 5 |
| Super Bowl MVP | 4 |
| NFL MVP | 3 |
