Tom Brady Hints He Wants to Finish His Career as a Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. — Even after two decades of rewriting the NFL record books, Tom Brady isn’t done shaping his legacy — and this time, he wants to close the final chapter in Tampa Bay.
In a recent interview, the seven-time Super Bowl champion opened up about his future and made one thing clear: if he ever steps on an NFL field again, it’ll be as a Buccaneer.
“Tampa gave me a second home in football,” Brady said. “The relationships, the energy, the fans — it’s something special. If I ever finish this game for good, I want it to be here.”
Brady, who retired for the second time after the 2022 season, has remained close to the Buccaneers organization. He’s been spotted at practices, mentoring young players and maintaining regular contact with head coach Todd Bowles. While he continues to enjoy his broadcasting career and various business ventures, his tone in the latest comments reignited speculation that a comeback — even a symbolic one — could be possible.
Inside the locker room, Brady’s influence still lingers. Quarterback Baker Mayfield has often referenced the “Brady standard” that guides the team’s preparation and mentality. Wide receiver Mike Evans recently said that “having Tom around again, even just for a day, would remind everyone what championship DNA looks like.”
Brady’s tenure in Tampa Bay may have been short, but it was nothing less than transformative. In just three seasons, he led the Buccaneers to their second Super Bowl title, delivered a franchise-record offense, and turned the organization into a perennial contender.
Whether or not Brady ever takes another snap, his comments reflect a deep emotional connection to the city and its fans.
“When I came here, I didn’t know what to expect,” Brady added. “But the support, the belief — it made me feel alive again. Tampa’s part of me now.”
For now, Brady’s football story remains paused, not erased. But if the final page is ever written, it seems clear where it will belong — under the Florida sun, in the red and pewter colors of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Audio Reveals Frantic, Harrowing Search for Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland
The harrowing search by authorities for Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland stretched over 3 hours and began at The Star — the Cowboys’ practice facilities in Frisco, Texas — and ended early Thursday morning when police drones located Kneeland’s body in a port-a-potty, according to audio obtained by Heavy courtesy of Broadcastify.com.
Authorities later confirmed Kneeland died of a self inflicted gunshot wound following a brief car chase with police.
Kneeland crashed what was described as a 2024 Buick SUV shortly after 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday in Frisco and reportedly left on foot toward the Gaylord Warren Hotel, but may have returned to his vehicle in order to “obtain something and left again,” according to the audio.
At one point in the search for Kneeland, police believed he’d reached out to a “white female” to pick him up at a bar in another Buick SUV registered under Kneeland’s name.
Police Audio Reveals Details of Lengthy Search
You can listen to the dispatch audio in the video below:
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At one point in the search, authorities also disclosed he had “said goodbye” in a group text, with that information coming from Kneeland’s girlfriend.
Talking with Kneeland’s girlfriend, she disclosed to authorities he’d indicated earlier he was going to “end it all” that night. Shortly after, police revealed they were also in contact with the Cowboys. The audio also revealed someone from the NFL called the Plano Police Department, which is where Kneeland lived.
“Do me a favor, everybody, stay with a buddy,” one law enforcement officer says. “We know he has a gun. Don’t go off looking on your own … we have an armed suspect with a handgun who took off on foot.”
Authorities also attempted to call Kneeland and left a voicemail while also attempting to send him several text messages.
Eventually, a drone located Kneeland in a portable restroom after identifying a ping on his phone.
Using the drone, the police eventually identified a heat signature inside of the portable restroom.
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“The door is open and red liquid is coming out,” police audio said. ” … he’s laying on his side and there is blood coming out.”
From the official statement from the Texas Department of Safety: “On November 5, 2025, at 10:33 P.M., Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Troopers attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation on the northbound lanes of the Dallas North Tollway near Keller Springs Blvd. The driver refused to stop, resulting in a pursuit with DPS Troopers. However, DPS Troopers lost sight of the vehicle, and the pursuit was terminated. The vehicle was later located abandoned and had been involved in a crash on the southbound lanes of Dallas Parkway near Warren Parkway. DPS Aircraft and Troopers, along with the Frisco Police Department, searched the immediate area and found the driver, 24 YOA, Marshawn Kneeland, of Plano, deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. For inquiries regarding the death investigation, contact the Frisco Police Department. This investigation is ongoing, and no additional information is available.”
Kneeland in Second Season With Cowboys
Kneeland was in his second season with the Cowboys, who selected him in the second round (No. 54 overall) of the 2024 NFL draft out of Western Michigan.
His death came just days after he scored his first NFL touchdown off of a blocked punt in a 27-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football in Arlington, Texas.
The Cowboys, 3-6-1, are on a bye this week and don’t return to action until they travel to face the Las Vegas Raiders in another Monday Night Football game in Week 11.
