Overview

• Tom Brady, former New England Patriots quarterback, revealed in a New Year's Eve Instagram post that he had planned to unretire in 2023, but a surprise retirement party thrown by his friends 'forced his hand'.
• Brady had retired in 2023 after three seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, during which he threw for 4,694 yards and 25 touchdowns in his final season.
• Despite his retirement, Brady had sought part ownership with the Las Vegas Raiders, stirring up comeback rumors.
• However, Brady is set to begin his broadcasting career with FOX in the fall of 2024, having agreed to a 10-year, $375 million deal in 2022.
• Broadcasting veteran Bob Costas has expressed doubts about Brady's suitability for game broadcasting, suggesting he would be a better fit in the studio.