With Tom Brady now done with football, it’s not a huge surprise that one of the first big decisions he made in retirement was to become the part owner of an NFL team. After all, during his first retirement in 2021, he almost became a minority owner of the Miami Dolphins. 

When it comes to Brady’s ownership interests, the only surprise is that he chose to buy a piece of the Raiders. Brady could have tried again to buy a piece of the Dolphins or maybe even the 49ers, the team he grew up cheering for. He also could have asked Robert Kraft for a piece of the Patriots, but instead, he decided to join the Raiders. 

Brady has a history with the team, but it’s not exactly a history that Raiders fans like to reflect on. Brady’s most notable play against the Raiders is one of the most controversial plays in NFL history. The Patriots quarterback appeared to fumble in a playoff game against the Raiders, but thanks to the “Tuck Rule,” the pass was ruled incomplete. Not only did the call go in New England’s favor, but it helped kick-start their dynasty.