Tom Brady and Jayden Daniels brought some playful banter to the flag football draft, setting the stage for Saturday night's showdown. Brady, alongside his former Patriots buddy Rob Gronkowski, was in top form, selecting Ashton Jeanty, a running back from the Las Vegas Raiders, as his first pick-no surprise since Brady co-owns the team.
The night wasn't just about team selections; it was also about some good-natured ribbing. Brady, never one to shy away from a little trash talk, teased Daniels, the Washington Commanders' quarterback, about his injury-plagued 2025 season. "All the Commanders fans will finally see Jayden on the field," Brady quipped, highlighting Daniels' lengthy absence.
When host Kevin Hart asked Daniels for a comeback, he humorously retorted, "Nah man, he's 50," poking fun at Brady's age. Brady, 48, took it in stride, making a playful jab about Daniels' mom being his agent, adding, "I’m just happy his mom let him play."
As the draft unfolded, Brady, co-captaining the 'Founders' team with Jalen Hurts, picked wide receiver Devonta Smith next, keeping it in the Eagles family. Daniels and his co-captain Joe Burrow countered by selecting Saquon Barkley and later added Davante Adams, with Burrow expressing his excitement to play alongside him.
Brady's team was rounded out with stars like Alvin Kamara, Stefon Diggs, and Von Miller, while Daniels and Burrow's 'Wildcats' team featured talents like Odell Beckham Jr. and DeAndre Hopkins. The draft had its share of theatrics too, with Logan Paul making a dramatic entrance and challenging Brady's athletic prowess.
As the teams gear up for practice, fans can expect an exciting matchup come Saturday at 4pm Eastern. With these lineups, the game promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent and camaraderie.