Playing in the NFL is not an easy gig. The level of competition is the highest in the world and it's a physical game that can take its toll on players mentally and physically.

Now, imagine playing behind Tom Brady, arguably one of the best quarterbacks the league has ever seen (and yes, I'm biased as a New England fan).

That's the dubious distinction for Bryan Hoyer, the former Michigan State Spartan who went undrafted and signed a contract with the Patriots just four days after the draft.

The Boston Globe did a feature on Hoyer recently, talking about his experience with the Patriots and the job he has as back-up to Brady.