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Tom Brady Faces Pushback Over Super Bowl Neutrality Pledge

Former Patriots voiced disappointment in his stance.

Overview

  • Brady said on the Let's Go podcast that he has no personal interest in Super Bowl 2026 and wants the better team to win.
  • He emphasized that his only goal is to see entertaining, high-quality football with good plays, throws, strategies and decisions.
  • The game features the Patriots against the Seahawks and marks New England's first Super Bowl appearance since Brady left the franchise.
  • Former teammates and analysts criticized his neutrality, with Vince Wilfork, Robert Spillane and Asante Samuel expressing disappointment.
  • Commentators questioned his stance by noting his minority stake in the Raiders and reports that Las Vegas has interest in Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak for its head coach vacancy.