The Washington Commanders unofficially kick off the 2025 season on Friday, when they face the New England Patriots in the preseason opener for both teams. However, before Friday’s game, the Patriots will host a joint practice with the Commanders on Wednesday.
Wednesday is the first time fans will get a look at the Commanders’ rookie class against another team. One of those rookies is fourth-round pick Jaylin Lane, a wide receiver from Virginia Tech. Lane has enjoyed an outstanding training camp as he looks to make his impact felt as a rookie. This week, Lane received a special gift from the GOAT, Tom Brady, ahead of his rookie season.
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Fanatics revealed that several NFL legends, including Brady, offered encouragement to select members of the 2025 rookie class, including No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward. Lane was the only Washington rookie featured in the video. In the video, Lane shockingly opens his gift, which is revealed to be a signed Brady No. 12 jersey from his time with the Patriots.
Check it out. If you want to see Lane’s part, fast forward to the 3:11 mark in the video.
Abdul Carter, Travis Hunter, Tyler Warren and Ashton Jeanty were among the rookies featured in the video. Joining Brady were NFL legends Peyton and Eli Manning, Barry Sanders, Jerry Rice and Marcus Allen, among others, in welcoming the rookie to the NFL.
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Interestingly enough, the Patriots will honor Brady ahead of Friday’s preseason game against the Commanders with a statue of Brady at Gillette Stadium.
This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Watch Commanders’ rookie receive a gift from the GOAT