Tom Brady‘s potential return to the NFL has been a topic of discussion ever since he announced his retirement. However, it seems that this time around, a comeback is not in the cards. At a recent promotional event featuring his friends Rob Gronkowski and Leonard Fournette, Brady put an end to the speculation with a definitive response, sparking mixed reactions among fans.

While some are disappointed about the prospect of an NFL season without Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion seems resolute in his decision, and there may be a valid reason for it.

Tom Brady divides opinion 

Tom Brady partnered with his NFT company Autograph to throw an unofficial retirement party in Tampa. His friend and teammates Rob Gronkowski and Leonard Fournette also featured in the event. And the question of his return followed him there. But once it came up, the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB totally destroyed the question. 

“There is nothing I love more than football, but I have young children and they watched enough of their dad’s games and it’s time for me to watch their games,” Brady said, as reported by Nick Stroud.

But Brady’s firmness has divided opinions on social media. While some fans again asked him to come back and play the game he loves, others are asking the fanbase to move on. Here are some fan reactions.

According to this fan, it’s family time now for Brady.

This fan believes it’s the people who want the legendary QB to come back.

Another fan thinks Brady just wanted a divorce from his now ex-wife.

This fan depicted the emotion of many through a meme.

This fan has seen the future and knows what will happen.

But this fan is still hanging on to the hope of seeing Brady step on the field again.

Brady’s eldest son Jack is already following in his dad’s footsteps and pursuing an NFL dream. So now, Brady will have time with him to coach him a little and then watch him blossom into an athlete.

Jack on the football field 

Jack Moynahan has taken to the football field well. Tom Brady revealed last year that Jack plays as a free safety for his high school football team. And he sometimes also slots into his father’s quarterback position.

The 15-year-old practiced with his father and the Buccaneers. And there too, he showed the trickery with his arm and left the fans wanting more. And maybe one day, he will call a Super Bowl game featuring his son during his upcoming stint with Fox. The fans are looking forward to the day that happens. And maybe, Benjamin will come this way too.

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