NFL Rumors: Tom Brady May Hold Off Retirement To Play Next Season

For now, the official word is that future NFL Hall of Famer Tom Brady is retired.

But then again, there was that curious message from him, saying “never say never.”

The 44-year-old NFL quarterback made those comments on his podcast, but most hardly scratched the surface. That was until Hollywood Life made a bold claim that the seven-time Super Bowl champion may not be entirely sold of wrapping up his professional football career.

According to an insider, that “never say never” on a potential return could have meant something, suggesting that the five-time Super Bowl MVP will keep tabs on the NFL offseason moves.

“He’d be interested in joining a team who are close to winning a Super Bowl, like the San Francisco 49ers,” the insider claimed.

There are precedents to see Brady continue his career. Among them include convincing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to trade him as they currently hold his playing rights.

Beyond that, there is also the time restriction when it comes to trading regulation.

In that podcast, most may take the words of Brady in different ways.

Aside from the “never say never” part, he also mentioned how he would feel six months after sharing his thoughts earlier this February.

However, he did also say that for now, he is happy with his decision and is looking to do other things.

Brady also stressed that his choice to retire had nothing to do about his age or injuries.

If not playing on the field, Brady knows he has other options that may still be tied to the NFL. That includes possibly getting into ownership or even buying a team.