It appears I must revise my earlier prediction given the new rumors that have surface during the run-up to Super Bowl LIV about New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady’s future.
I am now predicting he will land with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Since my last column, it has been reported on the local radio station 98.5 the Sports Hub that Brady’s wife Gisele Bundchen is not a fan of Los Angeles, throwing into doubt the rumors that he would end up there.
It has also been reported that the Raiders might offer him three years and $90 million to come play for coach Jon Gruden. Apparently, Gruden is a fan of Brady’s and not a fan of current Raiders quarterback Derek Carr.
The Raiders are reported to have a strong offensive line, a talented running back Josh Jacobs and a solid receiving core. Plus, an internationally known destination like Las Vegas could be a boon for Brady’s TB12 brand.
I’m certain that after publishing this a new crop of rumors will circulate regarding Brady. As a matter of fact, there were also rumors last week that he was looking at a school in Nashville with his oldest son. The Hulu commercial he appeared in during the Super Bowl seemed to hint that he would stay in New England. There was a report by Ian Rappaport that the Patriots were willing to pay him $30 million a year to keep him.
But as of now, I believe he is destined for Sin City. Until next week, of course.