Tom Brady, the quarterback who defined an era in New England, has confirmed he won’t be rooting for the Patriots as they take on the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX this Sunday.
Despite winning six of his record seven Super Bowl rings with the franchise, Brady is staying neutral due to his current role as a part-owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
“It’s a new chapter in New England,” Brady told Jim Gray on the Let’s Go! podcast.
“I’m glad everyone’s embraced the Mike Vrabel regime and all the players who worked hard to get there.
We did it for 20 years, but now the Patriots are back, and it’s exciting for everyone in New England.”
A Historic Rivalry With the Seahawks
Brady’s connection to the Patriots-Seahawks storyline runs deep.
One of his Super Bowl triumphs came against Seattle in 2015, when he engineered a stunning comeback to win his fourth championship.
But now, he insists, those memories won’t translate into cheering for his former rivals.
“I don’t have a dog in the fight in this one.
May the best team win,” he said, keeping his focus firmly on the present rather than nostalgia.
Shifting Loyalties: From Patriots to Raiders
After 20 years in New England and three successful seasons in Tampa Bay, Brady says his loyalties have naturally evolved.
“You have different chapters and moments,” he explained.
“I was with Michigan, then the Patriots, then Tampa, then broadcasting, and now I’m an owner of the Raiders.
Those memories are forever, but in this new phase, I root for people I really care about.”
Raiders Eye Seahawks’ Coordinator for New Leadership
Brady’s commitment to the Raiders comes at a crucial time for the franchise.
Las Vegas recently parted ways with Pete Carroll after a disappointing 3-14 season and plans to hire Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak as their next head coach once the Super Bowl concludes.
Draft Prospects and Future Hopes
With the Raiders finishing last season at the bottom of the standings, they now hold the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Rumors are swirling that they will select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, a player many believe could immediately impact their bid for a championship.
Respecting the Patriots’ New Era
Even though Brady won’t be cheering, he still respects the team he helped build into a dynasty.
He praised the work of the current players and coaching staff, acknowledging the effort required to reach the Super Bowl.
“Those years we spent in New England were incredible,” he said.
“Now it’s someone else’s time, and I’m genuinely happy for them.”
Closing Thoughts
For fans of Brady and the Patriots, it’s a reminder that even legends move on.
Super Bowl LX won’t see him in New England colors, but his respect for the franchise remains intact.
Meanwhile, his attention is firmly on the Raiders and the next chapter of his football journey, balancing ownership duties with the legacy he left on the field.
