New England Patriots legend Tom Brady has reversed his decision to retire from the NFL once before, and the quarterback has responded to speculation of another sensational return to play.
NFL icon Tom Brady has speculated that he could have another sensational return from retirement by confirming, once again, that he has hung up his boots for good.
The seven-time champion New England Patriots retired after one of the most successful careers in sports history this February at the age of 46. But even after 23 seasons of service with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it seems as some fans still can’t get enough of Brady.
Among those still enticed by the prospect of seeing the former midfielder return to the field is famous YouTuber Mr Beast, aka Jimmy Donaldson. During an interview with the Patriots legend on Sirius FM’s “Let’s Go” podcast, netizens joked that he would have a chance. Donaldson joked:
“Well, if you really want this to happen, I’ll have Tom say he’s retiring. That’s it,” before Brady stepped in to throw cold water on the sarcastic comment.
“That’s smart, Jimmy. I’m not retiring.”
Of course, Brady retired, reversing his decision to step away from the sport in 2021. In a move that rocked the sport, the veteran QB returned to action after just two months of retirement, playing third season with the team. Bouc.
However, it seems the NFL hero is in no mood to entertain the idea that he will repeat the feat this time. In fact, he frankly objected, saying that his family did not allow it, smiling and saying:
โI can’t tease this, my parents will call, my children will call, they will kill me.
“I won’t be here tonight like I said you only took one out and I used it all. So at this point I can’t wait to be in more of your videos for my kids don’t think I’m damned.
He added:
“Ultimately, you know, Jimmy is the one who gets their attention, so if he tells them to do something, he has more influence than I do. So I really try to stand up for them.” their side.”
Finally, after stepping away from the sport earlier this year, it appears Brady is focusing on his business interests. Among his property portfolio is a minority stake in Birmingham City and it seems his role at St Andrew’s is his new passion.
Newly appointed head coach Wayne Rooney has hinted that the Patriots legend is taking a pragmatic approach with the EFL Championship side, saying:
โI spoke to Tom [Brady], he is very ambitious to take this club forward.
“It’s great to have him here, it’s important for the players to see Tom Brady involved. It’s clear that Tom is fully involved in the club.”