Fans at the Raiders training camp in Las Vegas got a surprise on Friday when NFL legend Tom Brady showed up in full Raiders gear, making his first public appearance at practice since becoming a part-owner of the team.
And no, he wasn’t there to throw passes—but he definitely made an impression.
From Star Quarterback to Team Stakeholder
Brady isn’t just hanging around the sidelines for fun.
After officially joining the ownership group last year, he now holds a 5% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders alongside his business partner Tom Wagner, who also owns another 5%.
Though his role is still evolving, Raiders majority owner Mark Davis has made it clear he wants Brady to have a “huge voice” in shaping the team’s future.
That likely explains why the seven-time Super Bowl champion was seen chatting it up with players and staff during the practice session.
Navigating Retirement with New Rules
While he’s traded the gridiron for ownership and broadcasting, Brady is still very much involved in the NFL world.
As part of his $375 million deal with Fox Sports, he’s begun his journey as an NFL analyst—a role that comes with some very strict boundaries due to his ownership status.
To avoid any potential conflicts of interest, Brady cannot enter other teams’ facilities, attend practices, or sit in on TV production meetings—the kind where broadcasters meet with players and coaches to prep for games.
His appearance at the Raiders camp is one of the few exceptions, considering his ownership ties.
Fans React to Brady’s Surprise Appearance
As expected, the crowd and media buzzed with excitement.
Videos of Brady on the field—greeting players and exchanging handshakes—quickly made the rounds on social media.
It was a rare glimpse of Brady in a different kind of role: part mentor, part executive, and still very much a presence in the NFL.
This moment marks a new chapter for Brady, one that blends his football legacy with a growing influence off the field.
More to Come from the Brady-Raiders Era
With his presence now felt in both the boardroom and the locker room, Tom Brady is clearly more than just a name on the ownership sheet.
And while the exact scope of his involvement with the Raiders is still taking shape, one thing is clear—he’s not stepping away from football any time soon.
Stay tuned. This Brady-Raiders partnership might just be getting started.