When Tom Brady bought a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders , the NFL quietly eased its ownership rules. This move immediately raised eyebrows. It signaled that Brady would not just be a ceremonial figurehead but someone who could actively shape the team’s culture. That narrative took off when Brady was seen in the Raiders’ coaching booth during Monday Night Football, wearing a headset. The sight didn’t sit well with the social media users, who suggested Vegas could be getting an unfair advantage.
Pete Carroll, who shocked many when he took over as the Raiders’ head coach, has been clear that Brady was a major factor in his decision. The Raiders HC admitted that he is trying to infuse Brady’s mentality in the locker room. But his OC Chip Kelly caused a roar by claiming he talk