The New England Patriots were well-represented in ESPN’s “All Quarter Century” team released Wednesday.
ESPN’s Aaron Schatz and Seth Walder worked together to put what they believed to be the best 53-man roster (plus a practice squad) based on players’ contributions so far in the 21st Century. They also picked a head coach and two coordinators.
It should come as little shock that Tom Brady made the list. However, he wasn’t alone. Seven former Patriots were named on the list:
Quarterback Tom Brady
Wide receiver Randy Moss
Tight end Rob Gronkowski
Nose tackle Vince Wilfork
Cornerback Darrelle Revis
Special teamer Matthew Slater
Head coach Bill Belichick
Most of the players listed (Brady, Gronkowski, Slater, Wilfork) are best known for their time on the Patriots. However, Revis is a bit of an outlier, having spent only the 2014 season in New England.
A couple of players who had brief stints in Foxborough were also named to the “All Quarter Century” team’s practice squad. That included troubled wide receiver Antonio Brown as well as return specialist Cordarrelle Patterson.
You can check out the full list on ESPN.