FOXBORO, Mass. — Between the walls at Gillette Stadium, Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady are just two pieces of the process. Sure, their roles are greatly respected, and they’re looked at for leadership, guidance and a whole mess of other things.
But there’s no celebrity status inside that locker room. Outside, Brady’s teammates understand his worldwide recognition, and it’s apparent in NESN.com’s fan poll to determine Boston’s Biggest Sports Legend.
“[Belichick and Brady] are good guys,” Patriots center Dan Koppen said. “They’re good at what they do. They put the work in, and everything that they get in their accomplishments is a testament to who they are and what they put in. They’re the big names, but with their work ethic, they deserve it.”
