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Tom Brady, the man who terrifies tablets: NFL threatens serious penalties for anyone who damages equipment again

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady‘s furious reaction to last week’s game against the New Orleans Saints has already provoked reactions, but not only for TB12, who took out his anger for not being able to move the ball by throwing his helmet and smashing two tablets, which are currently used by players to analyze the previous plays in their games.

Brady’s annoyance was broadcast on national television and to avoid further tantrums of this type, the NFL informed this Sunday that any similar behavior will have negative consequences.

Tom Brady throws and smashes a tablet in anger during the game

All teams warned for Tom Brady’s behavior

According to Fox’s Jay Glazer, thanks to Tom Brady’s tantrum, all 32 teams were notified by the league that starting this week they will be sanctioned if they cause willful damage to tablets and other league-issued equipment.

As part of the NFL’s parity ruleseach team must provide exactly the same conditions to its opponents as it does in its stadiums.

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This includes locker room infrastructure, box positions for a clear view of the field and sufficient technological equipment: private radio communication, play-by-play footage and the same amount of support equipmentin this case tablets.

Tom Brady apologizes for his outburst

Following the angry episode, Brady posted a video on his Twitter account where he acknowledged his mistake and offered an apology apology for his violent behavior:

“Sorry for breaking that tablet. I think it will be another Twitter meme,” said the seven-time Super Bowl winner.

The GOAT was visibly frustrated for being in a game in which he failed to surpass 200 yards per pass, although in the end the Buccaneers managed to defeat the Saints.

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