New England Patriots: 5 Most Important Players Of 2016

Dec 20, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) warm up before the start of the game against the Tennessee Titans at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) warm up before the start of the game against the Tennessee Titans at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jun 7, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws during mini camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 7, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws during mini camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Tom Brady

You didn’t see this one coming, did ya?

Ho-hum. Tom Brady, the greatest quarterback of all time, still ripping defenses apart at age 38. Father time just can’t seem to get to Brady, and until he does, he will be the best quarterback in the league, and most important player on this team.

Brady is still incredibly accurate, he is so smart he always knows where the best place is to go with the football, his pocket presence is unrivaled, he doesn’t turn the ball over, and most importantly, he wants to win more than anyone has ever wanted to do anything.

The fire in this guy’s eyes when gametime arrives is the most terrifying thing I have ever seen. His competitiveness is second to none, and that is why when the chips are down, and it is time to make a play, there isn’t a quarterback in history I’d rather have on my side more than Tom Brady.

Bring on 2016.