Here’s something like big news: New England Patriots free agent Tom Brady is expected to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the new league year begins on Wednesday, March 18 at 3 p.m. CT. ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Jeff Darlington first reported the development. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport added that Brady has an agreement in principle with the Buccaneers worth roughly $30 million per year.
That puts the quarterback on a twice-a-year collision course with another Hall of Fame-worthy passer in New Orleans Saints living legend Drew Brees. Brees and Brady have played against each other just five times, with Brees winning the first three matchups (twice with the then-San Diego Chargers) and Brady claiming the latest two games.