"Not long after the Patriots dispatched the Baltimore Ravens at Gillette Stadium Sunday to earn a trip to the Super Bowl, quarterback Tom Brady performed his usual postgame routine of texting his longtime throwing mechanics guru.

Brady wasn't particularly happy about his effort, which featured a pair of interceptions during the 23-20 win.

Receiving the texts, Tom Martinez, Brady's legendary quarterback whisperer, obliged with a suggestion here and a tip there to help his protege feel better about his delivery going forward."