This was destined to happen for some time. On a 4-yard screen-play to running back Sony Michel, Tom Brady became the NFL's All-Time leader in career passing yards. The Patriots' QB entered today's contest against the New York Jets trailing Peyton Manning by 147 yards on the All-Time list, so the feat was pretty much a foregone conclusion going into kickoff. But the way he did it was impressive, putting in a stellar 20/31 passing performance totaling 283 yards and two TDs, no one target favored over his teammates.
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But, in the spirit of keeping things lively and competitive, Drew Brees sits in third place on the All-Time list, with mileage on his 39-year-old body. Tom Brady is two years his senior. Both quarterbacks are ageless wonders but in the case of Drew Brees, there's a case to be made for him walking away with this year's NFL MVP award.
The Top 4 All-Time (Passing Yards) now reads:
1. Tom Brady (79,280)
2. Peyton Manning (79,279)
3. Drew Brees (77,789)
4. Brett Favre (77,693)
As easy as it is to root against Tom Brady, there comes a point when you have to give him his due. The New England Patriots' regime remains undeterred as time goes by. They currently sit atop the AFC East with an 8-3 record, and as a good chance to reach the Super Bowl as any team entering Week 13.
