Miami represented another potential landing spot for Brady. The Dolphins were serious players for Brady following his departure from the New England Patriots. So much so that the franchise was docked for tampering, losing their 2023 first-round pick and a 2024 third-round selection in the process.
And now we’ve reached the team that Brady’s retirement most obviously impacts, the Buccaneers. Reports indicated Brady was considering retirement or returning to Tampa in 2023. That went against previous reports that stated Brady was set to test the free agency waters. The Buccaneers’ quarterback situation is the most complicated of all. Tampa Bay is currently projected to be $55.3 million over the cap, per Spotrac. They rank dead last in available cap space. Several veterans are expected to be released, including running back