Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady said it will take him some time to make a decision about his future in the NFL, but during his final injury time of the season, fans were left with the impression he may have already played his last game has.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is one of them.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) plays in the second half of an NFL wildcard playoff football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, January 15, 2023 in Orchard Park, NY (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
“I don’t know. When it happened last year and he retired, I said to people, ‘I’m going to believe it if he doesn’t play the first game,'” Allen said Tuesday on the Kyle Brandt’s Basement podcast. .
TOM BRADY IS UNDECIDED ABOUT FUTURE AFTER PLAYOFF LOSS, WHILE THE NFL WORLD AWAITS SUPERSTAR QB’S NEXT STEP
“But the way he spoke in his press conference last night – it seemed a little too sentimental to me to cling to the belief that he will continue playing. But we will see.”
The Bucs were eliminated from the playoffs Monday after a 14:31 loss to the Dallas Cowboys in the wildcard round.
Concluding his post-game press conference, Brady delivered what many may have interpreted as a farewell speech.
Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills and Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots clash on the field after the New England Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills 24-12 on December 23, 2018 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
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“I just want to thank you guys for everything this year. I really appreciate all your efforts. I know it’s hard for you (the media) too. It’s hard for us as players to get through it (the season) , and you guys have a tough job,” Brady said. “I appreciate everything you guys are doing to keep us and everyone who’s watching who’s a big fan of the sport safe. We’re really grateful for everyone’s support.”
He continued, “I love this organization. It’s a great place. Thank you to everyone who welcomed me and all the regulars. I am very grateful for the respect. Hope I gave you the same back. So thank you very much. I appreciate it.”
Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers screams with delight after rushing for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium January 1, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)
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Aside from a possible second retirement, several teams are reportedly interested in Brady for the 2023 season.
“It’s up to him and the people in his life, around him, and how he takes that decision into his own hands, but I know there will be teams calling on him,” Allen added.