Nobody expected to see Tom Brady casually walk onto the Raiders’ training camp field on Friday, but that’s exactly what happened.
Dressed head-to-toe in Raiders gear, the NFL icon made a rare appearance that immediately got people talking.
From Quarterback to Co-Owner
Brady may have hung up his cleats, but he hasn’t stepped away from football entirely.
After retiring, he became a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, alongside his business partner Tom Wagner.
Together, they own a 10% share of the team—Brady personally holds 5%.
Raiders owner Mark Davis has already hinted that Brady’s role won’t just be symbolic; he wants the seven-time Super Bowl champ to have a major influence on the team’s future.
First Time on the Field Since Ownership Approval
Even though NFL owners gave Brady the green light to become a minority owner last year, this is the first time he’s been spotted at a team practice in that role.
He was seen chatting, laughing, and connecting with players on the field—making his presence felt without ever throwing a pass.
Brady Balances Business and Broadcasting
Of course, ownership isn’t the only thing on Brady’s plate.
He’s also signed a massive 10-year deal with Fox Sports, reportedly worth $375 million, to serve as an NFL analyst.
While he’s yet to fully jump into that role, the commitment already comes with some strings attached.
Fox Imposes Restrictions to Avoid Conflict of Interest
Because of his dual role as both a broadcaster and team stakeholder, Brady has to follow a strict set of rules from Fox to prevent any conflicts of interest.
He can’t visit other teams’ facilities, attend their practices, or sit in on the production meetings that analysts typically use to prep before a broadcast.
These limits ensure he stays neutral while analyzing games on TV.
Raiders Players React to the GOAT’s Presence
Needless to say, seeing Brady show up left quite an impression on the Raiders players.
He was seen dapping up several of them, exchanging words and encouragement.
For many young athletes, getting a nod from someone of Brady’s caliber is the kind of motivation that sticks.
What’s Next for Brady and the Raiders?
This surprise appearance might be the first of many, especially if Brady begins playing a bigger role behind the scenes.
With training camp in full swing and the new season just around the corner, all eyes will be on how much influence he’ll have—not just as an NFL legend, but now as a team owner helping shape the future of the Raiders.
