The last time we saw Tom Brady running, he was wearing a Patriots jersey and being celebrated at Gillette Stadium. More recently, he posted a video of himself running shirtless on social media.
Apparently, it’s a plug-in for No Bull, the apparel company that absorbed TB12 and the Brady brand earlier this year. On a deeper level, it’s a reminder that Brady has opened the door to returning to the NFL.
He kicked things off a week ago when he said he’s “not opposed” to the possibility of returning during the season if an opposing team’s starting quarterback is injured. Personally, I interpreted this as a message from Brady to any team that might be interested in him all season long. If he can sign up and play during the season, why not join a team that needs quarterbacks now?
With Brady there are no accidents or coincidences. Everything is planned. (That’s not a criticism, just a reality.) He knew what his words would do. He had a purpose in uttering them.
He said when he retired for the second time that he is definitely done and will not return. “I’m retiring,” he said, “for good.” More than a year later, does he suggest returning during a season when he was supposed to call games for Fox?
I believe Brady wants the phone to work before or right after the draft. He mentioned the Raiders and Patriots. Other quarterback-needy teams could also be interested, depending on what happens next week.
The Broncos, Vikings and even Commanders could decide to roll the dice with Brady for a year.
Regardless, Brady is making sure teams know he’s available. It will be interesting to see if anyone cares.
Someone should. Brady would be a mid-major or better quarterback right now, and he would definitely sell t-shirts and put butts in seats.
