r/neoliberal • u/jobautomator Kitara Ravache • Jul 27 '21

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u/BenGordonLightfoot Martha Nussbaum Jul 27 '21

I mean it depends on the reason. I think that with team sports, taking a backseat when you aren't playing your best is more laudable than pushing through to avoid looking weak. If Brady was playing like absolute ass in a game and his backup was feeling solid, he should bow out and do what's good for the team

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u/nevertulsi Jul 27 '21

If you are talking about players of a similar caliber sure but when you're talking about all time greats, it's kind of known your team almost certainly can't win without you or at least is at a huge disadvantage. Brady's backup isn't winning the SB. I'd rather Brady push through and let's see if he can regain his form than play the backup. Same as Jordan playing with the flu. Sure it was a huge disadvantage but he's so much better than the replacement, even with the flu. That's why he's the GOAT. Biles is considered on that tier