Top Day Recounted by Ben Affleck, Surpassing Even His Children's Birthdays
In a rare moment of pure joy, Ben Affleck confessed that aside from the birth of his children, he's never been as ecstatic as he was on a particular day with Tom Brady. The 52-year-old actor, chatting on the New Heights podcast with Travis and Jason Kelce, revealed this unexpected delight.
While vacationing at the same location as his New England hometown team's legendary quarterback, Brady asked for a sparring partner. Affleck, who shares three kids with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, eagerly agreed.
When asked about the specifics of this impromptu practice session, Affleck admitted he might've disgraced every professional receiver that ever existed. But the experience, he declared, was extraordinary—second only to the birth of his children in terms of sheer happiness.
Brady, in characteristic fashion, turned this casual encounter into a Super Bowl scenario—4th & 18 with 23 seconds left—to ramp up the pressure. Affleck, sprinting routes, received passes with reflexive catches to avoid injury. Impressively, Brady's throws were pinpoint precise.
Looking back on the event, Affleck couldn't help but joke about his poor performance. However, he also marveled at Brady's seriousness, treating the catch session as a legitimate practice session. The encounter, for Affleck, a lifelong Patriots fan, was a unique blend of personal fandom and thrilling athletic encounters, leaving an indelible impression on him.
Who would have thought that a casual sparring session with Tom Brady would lead to one of Ben Affleck's happiest moments, surpassed only by the birth of his children? On the New Heights podcast, Affleck shared this story, illustrating the unique bond he formed with America's beloved NFL quarterback.
During a vacation, Brady, the legendary quarterback of the New England Patriots, asked Affleck for a sparring partner, an invitation that Affleck eagerly accepted. Brady, known for his competitive spirit, transformed this casual session into a simulated Super Bowl scenario, putting pressure on Affleck as they played 4th & 18 with 23 seconds left.
Affleck, despite joking about his poor performance, was in awe of Brady's seriousness, treating the catch session as a legitimate practice. For a lifelong Patriots fan like Affleck, the encounter was a perfect blend of personal fandom and thrilling athletic encounters, creating an indelible impression in his mind.
In the realm of the NFL and American football, Brady proved to be a phenomenal teacher, showing pinpoint precision with his throws, ensuring that Affleck could catch passes safely. Despite the potential for humiliation, Affleck was happy to be on the receiving end of Brady's legendary passes.
This anticlimactic sports event, now a cherished memory for Affleck, brought the world of the PTI (Pardon the Interruption) sports podcast closer to a thrilling reality for both Brady and Affleck, offering a moment of pure joy that even a disgraced receiver couldn't deter.
