Tom Brady has dismissed the notion of resting starters in a meaningless final regular season match of the campaign as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare for the NFL playoffs.
On Sunday, the Buccaneers secured their second successive NFC South division title as they came from behind to defeat the Carolina Panthers 30-24 at Raymond James Stadium. Brady threw for 432 yards and three touchdowns - all deep balls to star receiver Mike Evans - without producing a turnover while he also pulled off a quarterback sneak to score and book his ticket to the playoffs.
Against Carolina, Brady rolled back the years to produce a classic fourth-quarter comeback and secure his 14th straight playoff appearance, as well as the 19th divisional title of his illustrious career. The 45-year-old has missed the postseason just once in his 21-year career as a starting quarterback.
