The Las Vegas Raiders are entering a critical offseason-one that could reshape the franchise's future on multiple fronts. With the search for a new head coach underway and the quarterback position wide open, the months ahead are set to be defining.
And right in the middle of it all? Tom Brady.
Yes, that Tom Brady-the seven-time Super Bowl champion-isn’t just calling games from the booth anymore. As a minority owner of the Raiders, Brady is stepping deeper into the football operations side of things, teaming up with new general manager John Spytek to help steer the ship. While Brady is still wrapping up his duties as Fox’s lead NFL analyst for the 2025 season, he’s already playing a hands-on role behind the scenes in Las Vegas.
Brady’s Dual Role: Broadcaster and Team Strategist
Balancing broadcasting with front-office responsibilities isn’t exactly a common gig, but Brady’s never been one to follow the usual playbook. In a recent conversation, Brady opened up about how he’s managing both roles, especially with the NFC Championship Game just around the corner.
“My preparation is very much centered around what I have to do in broadcasting,” Brady said. “I love, obviously, having a chance to be involved with the Raiders. To be a former player and have a minority ownership is like a dream come true.”
That dream, he admits, doesn’t come with the power of a general partner-Brady joked that even with all his career earnings, he couldn’t afford that kind of stake-but it does give him a seat at the table. And that’s a seat he’s not taking lightly.
“It’s awesome to kind of help shape and strategize and be a visionary for a team,” he added. “I love being involved in football.”
The Raiders’ Quarterback Question-and Brady’s Possible Influence
One of the biggest questions facing the Raiders this offseason is what they’ll do at quarterback. With the top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft in their sights, Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza is a name that’s been floated as a potential No. 1 overall selection. But there’s also buzz that Brady could advocate for a more immediate splash-like a trade for Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson, a two-time MVP who’s still in his prime.
While nothing is set in stone, Brady’s influence on that decision could be significant. As someone who’s spent two decades dissecting defenses and leading offenses at the highest level, his insight into what kind of quarterback can thrive in today’s NFL-and specifically in the Raiders’ system-carries serious weight.
Brady’s Broadcasting Growth: From Hall of Famer to Analyst
While Brady’s making moves in the Raiders' front office, he’s also continuing to evolve in the broadcast booth. When he first started calling games in 2024, there were whispers that he sounded a bit tentative-understandable for someone stepping into a new arena. But that early hesitation, according to Fox’s lead NFL producer Richie Zyontz, came from overpreparation rather than nerves.
“He had so much to say,” Zyontz noted. “He was overprepared last year.”
Now in his second season with Fox, Brady’s found his rhythm. According to Fox Sports president Brad Zager, viewers are no longer just seeing Brady the football legend-they’re seeing Brady the broadcaster.
“This is Tom Brady, the broadcaster,” Zager said. “In Year 1, you were seeing Tom Brady, the Hall of Famer, the greatest quarterback of all time, getting comfortable broadcasting. Now, you are seeing Tom Brady, with all the accolades still, but as a broadcaster.”
A Bigger Vision?
Brady’s commitment to broadcasting isn’t just about staying close to the game-it could also be part of a longer-term play. He signed a massive 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox back in 2022, and there’s chatter that this kind of financial move could eventually position him to become a majority owner of an NFL team-possibly even the Raiders.
For now, though, Brady’s focus is split between the booth and the boardroom. And as the Raiders gear up for what could be a franchise-altering offseason, having one of the sharpest football minds in the sport helping guide the process certainly doesn’t hurt.
The Raiders are at a crossroads. With a new coach on the way, a quarterback decision looming, and Tom Brady helping shape the vision, this offseason could be the start of something big in Las Vegas.