ESPN reporter Seth Wickersham has produced an explosive story from New England Patriots camp. A story to talks of friction between coach Bill Belichick and QB Tom Brady.

The tension includes difference of opinions on Brady's trainer, Alex Guerrero. The story (above) also includes the relationship between Brady and Jimmy Garoppolo and the ultimate trade to the 49ers.

The Patriots released a statement of the ESPN story...

Joint statement from Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft, Head Coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady:

"For the past 18 years, the three of us have enjoyed a very good and productive working relationship. In recent days, there have been multiple media reports that have speculated theories that are unsubstantiated, highly exaggerated or flat out inaccurate. The three of us share a common goal. We look forward to the enormous challenge of competing in the postseason and the opportunity to work together in the future, just as we have for the past 18 years. It is unfortunate that there is even a need for us to respond to these fallacies. As our actions have shown, we stand united."

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