Tom Brady announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday. The debate of who is the greatest of all time (G.O.A.T) exists in every sport, but only a few can boast an undisputed title holder. He has undoubtedly established himself as the greatest player to ever step on a football field.With records that will last a lifetime and his dedication to the game, Brady stands out as a true leader among men. After announcing his retirement for the second time exactly one year after his first, it's time to reflect on Brady's greatness.NFC Wild Card Playoffs - Dallas Cowboys v Tampa Bay BuccaneersHis records, awards, and team accomplishments will forever go down in history as some of the most remarkable of all time.Passing RecordsBrady holds some of the league's best passing records, both in the regular and postseason. Some of his most impressive passing records include:Most career passing yards: 87,852Most career pass completions: 7,610Most career passing attempts: 11,841Most passing yards in the playoffs: 13,049Most passing yards in the Super Bowl: 3,039Most passing yards in the New England Patriots franchise: 74,571Most passing yards in a single season in New England: 5,235 (2011)Most passing yards in a single season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 5,316 (2021)Touchdown RecordsHe has an unmatched touchdown record and holds a record in nearly every category of passing touchdowns. Here are some of the most impressive records among his plethora of touchdown records:Most seasons with 35+ touchdown passes: 6 (tied with Aaron Rodgers)Most seasons with 40+ touchdown passes: 3 (tied with Aaron Rodgers)Most games with 2+ touchdown passes: 202Most games with 3+ touchdown passes: 102Most games with 4+ touchdown passes: 39Most touchdown passes to different players: 97Most career passing touchdowns with one team: 541Most seasons as passing touchdown leader: 5Only quarterback to have 40 passing touchdowns in a season in both the AFC (50; 2007) and the NFC (40; 2020)Most touchdown passes in the playoffs: 86Most touchdown passes in the Super Bowl: 21Appearance RecordsHaving played 23 seasons in the NFL, Brady has set a lot of appearance records over the years, both in the regular season and postseason.Most regular season starts by player: 328Most games won by a player: 251Most games played by a non-kicker: 335Most consecutive 10-win seasons as starting QB: 13Most consecutive 11-win seasons as starting QB: 12Most consecutive seasons in the NFL playoffs by a team, player, or head coach: 13Most games started in the playoff: 47Brady is the only starting quarterback to win the Super Bowl for both the AFC and NFCMost Super Bowl appearances: 10Tom Brady AwardsThe MakeShift Managers Podcast@TMSMpodcastIs there an active QB who could break some of Tom Brady’s career records? * Most passing TDs ever (649)* Most passing yards ever (89,214)* Most wins in NFL history (251)181Is there an active QB who could break some of Tom Brady’s career records? * Most passing TDs ever (649)* Most passing yards ever (89,214)* Most wins in NFL history (251)Hasan@hasanluongoBreaking: Leaked Supreme Court decision in the “GOAT” case, names Tom Brady as official .The majority decision cited overwhelming facts.7 Super Bowl ringsMost career wins, passing yards and passing touchdowns.3 Most Valuable Player awardsBreaking: Leaked Supreme Court decision in the “GOAT” case, names Tom Brady as official 🐐.The majority decision cited overwhelming facts.7 Super Bowl ringsMost career wins, passing yards and passing touchdowns.3 Most Valuable Player awards7x Super Bowl Champion5x Super Bowl MVP9x AFC champion3x NFL MVP15x Pro Bowl selection5x ESPY Award winnerThese and many more prove Brady's greatness, and whether this retirement is permanent or not, one thing is for sure: he will forever be regarded as the greatest player in NFL history.