Overview
- On Shaquille O’Neal’s podcast, Brady said he could still compete at age 48 if given about a month to prepare.
- He reiterated he would not make the full-season commitment required by a 17-game schedule and only entertained hypothetical short-term scenarios.
- NFL rules prohibit player-owners, creating a structural barrier because Brady holds a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Brady’s current Fox Sports analyst job, reported at $375 million, presents a significant non-football commitment that weighs against returning.
- Renewed discussion followed Philip Rivers’ recent comeback for the Colts, as Julian Edelman asserted Brady could still win a Super Bowl with strong protection.