Tom Brady PHOTO: GoLocalFormer New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has been approved by NFL ownership to become a limited partner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Brady and his partners now hold 10% of the Raiders, with Brady personally holding a 5% stake.
"It's great that Tom Brady wants to invest in the NFL," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Tuesday at the Fall League Meeting in Atlanta. "He cares deeply about this game. He believes in its future, and I think that's just a signal of that."
Brady released a statement on the approval:
"I'm incredibly humbled and excited to have been unanimously approved as an owner of the Las Vegas Raiders," the statement began. "Throughout my NFL career, I've learned that at its core, football is a game of teamwork, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The Raiders franchise, and the city of Las Vegas embody these same values, and I'm honored to become part of that story.
Football has been part of my entire life growing up in the Bay Area and in so many ways, my football life and journey has come full circle. I love the sport, I love my teammates, coaches, and the fans in every organization I've been part of. Sports brings us together in a way nothing else can. I grew up on the field, and it's a blessing to know I'll be involved in the greatest league in the world for the rest of my life.
I'd like to thank Mark Davis for welcoming me into his family, and the tireless work he's done to help build on the organization that so many fans know and love today. Also thank you to Commissioner Goodell for his support as well as all the NFL owners that supported my dream I'm forever grateful. I'd also like to thank my partner Tom Wagner, Don Yee, Jim Gray, Alex Spiro, and Larry Delson as they have been instrumental in helping me achieve this incredible milestone."
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