Tom Brady was brought to tears when asked who his hero is

Keith Allison - CC

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We look at the modern day gladiators on the gridiron as titans, the hardest men around. Perhaps this is why it’s so touching when one of them proves to be a big softy after all.

Tom Brady’s eyes began to well up as he struggled to put into words just how much he admired his father.

How do people hate this man? pic.twitter.com/yOFXIOEvBu
— Patriots Militia (@PatsMilitia) January 31, 2017

Brady is one of the most polarizing figures in sports, but love him or hate him, you have to respect a man who is willing to open up to a younger fan like that.

Good luck in the Super Bowl, Mr. Brady. As a Giants fan, I can hold no animosity towards you.

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