On Saturday afternoon the football world was rocked with a bombshell report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Jeff Darlington that said Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady will be retiring from the NFL after 22 seasons.
According to ESPN sources, “Brady’s decision to retire is based on several factors, including family and health. Although it’s less significant, Brady also recognizes that the Buccaneers are likely to undergo significant roster turnover”.
However, in the immediate hours following the report’s release, numerous sources within Brady’s circle disputed the fact that he had already made up his mind.