The future of quarterback superstar Tom Brady is completely unclear. The possibility of a retirement is currently hanging over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Before that, a time-out is supposed to bring clarity.

Munich – When asked about his future, Tom Brady had repeatedly said that he still wanted to play at the age of 45. But what the quarterback once declared emphatically now seems anything but certain. The option of retirement is now hanging over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

ESPN” reports, citing several sources, that the topic of Brady’s career ending has been discussed at least quietly within the team for several weeks – especially with regard to the future of the franchise.

Both the Bucs and sources close to the player have recently had to register that the signal caller is not prepared to make a commitment for the coming season – in stark contrast to previous years.

According to the US station, the 44-year-old plans to take at least a month off after the end of the season to evaluate how he feels physically and mentally. His family’s wishes will also play a role in the decision-making process.

Does Tom Brady stay for lack of successor?

Diverse sources, meanwhile, are talking about how another Super Bowl win would make a resignation much more likely.

Another aspect to the matter: at times this season, Brady is said to have felt obligated to return in 2022 as well, because he is said to have felt the franchise had no plan for a quarterback successor.

By the way, two ex-teammates can easily imagine Brady actually quitting. Bruce Arians, the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on the other hand, does not believe Brady will retire after this NFL season. The 69-year-old is confident that the superstar will continue to play next year.

But before any movement can be made on the subject, Brady first has to face the Divisional Round duel against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.