Two of Tom Brady's worst professional failings went in favor of Lawrence Tynes, who ultimately prevailed.
The New York Giants shocked the unbeaten New England Patriots to win the Super Bowl in the former kicker's first season with the team. They again defeated Brady's Pats four years later.
Tynes acknowledged to Brandon Robinson of Bally Sports (via NESN) that he harbored some animosity toward Brady
Tynes responded, "I would say absolutely, but only through athletics." "Nothing about it was private. But also because he plays for a winning club and is somewhat of the NFL's "golden kid."
Then you include a small amount of the "Oh, they videotaped." The footballs were deflated, too. The Patriots are detested by many people.
"Because of Tom Brady's extreme arrogance in the weeks coming up to the game, there was a natural respectful hatred for him, if that makes any sense.