Overview
- Bill Belichick shared on The Pivot podcast that he spent $5,000 to replace spoiled milk gifted by Antonio Brown to Tom Brady in 2019.
- The milk, ordered by Brown as a gesture for Brady, spoiled in the mailroom before reaching its intended recipient.
- Belichick authorized the costly replacement to ensure the relationship between Brady and Brown remained intact during Brown's short 11-day stint with the Patriots.
- The anecdote, now viral, serves as a centerpiece of Belichick's book promotion, shedding light on his approach to managing star players and team chemistry.
- Despite Brown's tumultuous NFL career, he and Brady later reunited in Tampa Bay, winning Super Bowl LV together in 2020.