Many speculated Tom Brady could join the Raiders this offseason. Now, it appears he might — but not as a player.
Brady is in “deep talks” to purchase an ownership stake in the Raiders, according to ESPN, potentially setting up a partnership with owner Mark Davis for the second time. Brady already joined Davis as part-owner of the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces in March.
Brady announced his retirement from football in February, but he’s predictably had a hard time staying away from the game. His first retirement lasted only 40 days last offseason, and he already inked a massive deal in 2022 to serve as Fox’s lead NFL color analyst for 10 years. There is now a real chance the former Patriots and Buccaneers quarterback gets involved with a third NFL franchise.
MORE: Tom Brady purchases ownership stake in WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces
Here’s what you need to know about why Brady might take on an ownership role with the Raiders and what it means for his Fox contract.
Tom Brady Raiders ownership, explained
While Brady would need the approval of at least 24 owners even to purchase a minority stake in the Raiders, he “would not have any operational control or authority over the club in business or football matters,” according to ESPN.
It isn’t much of a surprise to see Brady try his…
