Ever dreamed of owning a piece of an NFL team? Well, Tom Brady just made that dream a reality – and he didn’t even have to come out of retirement to do it! The NFL has given the green light for the legendary quarterback to purchase a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders. It’s like fantasy football, but with real money and actual team ownership.
Brady’s journey to become a team owner wasn’t as smooth as one of his perfect spirals, though. The deal, initially agreed upon in May 2023, took a whopping 17 months to get approved. Why the hold-up? The NFL had some concerns about the sweet discount Brady was getting and potential conflicts with his cushy broadcasting gig at Fox. To address these worries, they’ve put some restrictions on Brady’s access to team facilities, players, and coaching staff. It’s like being told you can have a cookie, but you have to eat it with chopsticks.
So why should you care about this news? Well, it’s not every day that a former player becomes a team owner. In fact, Brady is now one of only four ex-NFL players to join this exclusive club. It’s a bit like your favorite barista buying shares in the coffee shop – they know the business inside out. Plus, Brady isn’t the only new face in the Raiders’ ownership circle. Pro Football Hall of Famer Richard Seymour also got the nod to purchase a minority stake. It’s like a mini NFL reunion in the boardroom!
While the Raiders haven’t exactly been on a hot streak lately (their last Super Bowl win was way back in 1983, and they haven’t won a playoff game since 2003), this new blood in ownership could shake things up. Who knows? With Brady’s winning mentality now part of the franchise, the Raiders might just find that extra gear. After all, if there’s one thing Tom Brady knows how to do, it’s turn things around when the chips are down. So, keep your eyes on Las Vegas – this could be the beginning of a whole new ball game for the Raiders.
