
<p>After a miserable 31-14 defeat to the Cowboys on Monday night, <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nfl/nfl-news-tom-brady-could-retire-for-good-in-2023-if-bucaneers-win-super-bowl-2204-20220714-SPD-2204.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tom Brady</a></strong> and the Buccaneers’ playoff hopes for this year are officially over. This was just Brady’s fourth one-and-done performance in his 23 seasons as an NFL starting quarterback, and the loss was the second most lopsided of his career. </p>



<p>The 45-year-old told reporters he would ‘take it one day at a time’ in the wake of Monday’s defeat, being characteristically evasive. Being a free agent, this season marked Brady’s third season with the Bucs, and it very well may have been his last, either by the team’s or his own decision.</p>



<p>It’s possible that Brady may revisit his old stomping grounds in Tampa. It’s possible he’ll look for a new team to play for. He even could decide to call it quits at some point once again. In any case, what choices does he have? Let’s find out.</p>



<h2>Return to Buccaneers</h2>



<p>It’s no secret that Brady gets along well with the team’s higher-ups, especially the Glazer family, who own the <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nfl/tom-brady-takes-leave-from-buccaneers-until-august-20-for-personal-matters-2506-20220811-SPD-2506.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Buccaneers</a></strong> and helped lure Brady away from the Patriots in 2020. Compared to other NFL locales, Tampa, Florida, must be a lot more pleasant now that he’s reached the end of his career. And he leaves behind a short but significant legacy as a Buccaneer, ending a decade of club irrelevance with an MVP-caliber championship run.</p>



<h2>Join Jets</h2>



<p>Currently, the Jets’ sole evident need is for a veteran quarterback. Meanwhile, Brady’s arrival would instantly restore respectability to a locker room that cheered Zach Wilson’s demotion that year. For the most part, what’s holding things up is whether or not the Jets would rather have a somewhat longer-term potential.</p>



<h2>Go back to Patriots</h2>



<p>Despite the general public’s disapproval, here is where Brady made his mark, and he is still respected among his peers. The Patriots’ offense may be revamped without a financial problem. Mac Jones has to move over here and regain his bearings. It would also serve as a logical stepping stone for Brady’s eventual transition into full retirement.</p>



<h2>Join Titans</h2>



<p>Prior to re-signing Ryan Tannehill, the Titans explored a free-agent deal with Brady in 2020. The departure of general manager Jon Robinson and the hiring of coach Mike Vrabel gives the quarterback a chance to return to his roots as a quarterback.</p>



<h2>Join 49ers</h2>



<p>On paper, this seems like a match made in heaven: Brady grew up in the Bay Area and has always had a soft spot for the 49ers, and his ability to make split-second decisions and read the field effectively makes him a great fit for a system designed to get the ball to its playmakers as quickly as possible. However, the team may not be able to afford to change a winning recipe only to bring together a renowned name and a legendary team.</p>


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NFL: Return to Buccaneers and four other options for Tom Brady

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<p>Second-year quarterback <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nfl/tom-brady-takes-leave-from-buccaneers-until-august-20-for-personal-matters-2506-20220811-SPD-2506.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Zach Wilson</a></strong> left the Jets’ preseason opener against the Eagles with a knee injury and did not return. There were still more than four minutes left in the first quarter when Wilson took the first-and-10 snap from <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nfl/browns-new-arrival-jakeem-grant-to-miss-rest-of-season-with-torn-achilles-tendon-2502-20220810-SPD-2502.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Jets</a>‘</strong> 40-yard line and bolted out right. </p>



<p>He moved upfield and attempted a cut toward the center of the field to evade a tackler, but he fell awkwardly. At first, he needed assistance from a colleague to get up, and he was limping visibly. </p>



<p>Thereafter, the Jets officially listed Wilson as doubtful to return due to a knee injury, and he was taken back to the locker room for additional assessment. After the game, Jets coach Robert Saleh informed reporters that Wilson will be getting an MRI the following day (Saturday). Wilson did not return to the game.</p>



<h2>Zach Wilson to undergo MRI scan</h2>



<p>Since this is a preseason match, it is likely that the club would bench him for the duration of the exhibition even if he is physically capable of continuing. However, Wilson doesn’t seem to have been touched as he fell down to the field, so this injury does raise some red flags. Furthermore, the team should be on the edge of its collective seat if a non-contact injury occurs.</p>



<p>Wilson had a slow start before his injury. A throw intended for Corey Davis on the Jets’ first drive of the night was intercepted by Eagles linebacker Kyzir White. Before he collapsed, Wilson had completed 3 of 5 passes for 23 yards and an interception.</p>


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NFL: Return to Buccaneers and four other options for Tom Brady

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