Tom Brady  and Mark Davis have formed a strong bond through shared experiences such as attending MMA fights and cheering on the Las Vegas Aces. Their connection was further solidified when Brady surprised the team’s star player, Kelsey Plum with a signed jersey. There were rumors that Brady might join the Las Vegas Raiders before his retirement, but the team ultimately signed his former backup, Jimmy Garoppolo, as quarterback. However, recent reports suggest that Brady and Raiders owner Mark Davis are once again engaged in discussions.

These talks have caused distractions during NFL schedule discussions. Prominent NFL insider Mike Florio raises concerns over the quarterback’s involvement and its impact on his broadcasting deal with Fox. Will Brady become an owner and shatter expectations once again?

Criticizes Brady for distracting from schedule

Mark Davis has previously sought a limited partner for the Raiders, including Magic Johnson, who expressed interest but eventually joined a different ownership group. If Tom Brady becomes a limited partner in the Raiders, it would require NFL approval. Meanwhile, NFL insider Mike Florio criticizes Brady for diverting attention from the NFL schedule with news of a potential partnership. Concerns are raised over conflict of interest due to Brady’s involvement with the Las Vegas Aces.

Mike Florio stated- “You know we can’t just have a day when we focus on the schedule. Here comes Bigfoot… crapping all over our day to talk about the schedule… Tom Brady’s in deep discussions to become a limited partner in the Raiders…. I can’t imagine Brady becoming quarterback of the Raiders.”

He added “It would foreclose him playing for anyone else. It’s Tom Brady, he’ll do whatever he wants to do. But if it was anybody else, it wouldn’t even be a question. It would nullify his deal with Fox if he’s a part owner of one of the NFL’s teams.”

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In 2022 Drew Brees left NBC due to a vision mismatch, prompting Fox to sign Brady as their premier color commentator post-retirement. Now, Brady securing a lucrative $375 million Fox broadcasting deal for ten years, and plans to join Fox in 2024.

Distraction or Smart investment?

As Brady acquired an ownership stake in the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces in March. The Aces are also owned by Mark Davis. Brady’s involvement in women’s professional sports was praised by Davis, who stated that it was a significant win for the Aces, the WNBA, and women’s professional sports as a whole.

Amid, NBC analyst Chris Simms acknowledges potential conflict in Brady’s Raiders ownership, yet finds it intriguing and safe for investment. “I don’t know how that works, it does seem like a conflict of interest, but I’m not sure if it really matters in the long run. I’m intrigued by Brady’s investment in Las Vegas. Maybe it’s a safe way for him to utilize his money,” per Simms.

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After all controversies, the Patriots will also face the Raiders on October 15th in Las Vegas, adding another layer of interest to their matchup. However, to honor Brady’s legacy, the New England Patriots, whom he spent the majority of his career with, announced that they will commemorate him during their season-opening game on September 10th against the Philadelphia Eagles in Foxborough, Massachusetts.