Tom Brady publicly showed his support for his former team, the New England Patriots, and team owner Robert Kraft on Friday night, following a week of speculation regarding his Super Bowl allegiances. In a social media message, Brady offered a direct note to Kraft, stating, “Know I got your back.”
This gesture comes after Brady faced criticism for comments earlier in the week in which he remarked that he didn’t have a “dog in the fight” ahead of the upcoming Super Bowl clash between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. Those remarks led to questions about where the retired quarterback’s loyalties currently stand.
Brady, who spent 20 seasons with the Patriots and led the franchise to six Super Bowl championships, has remained a significant figure in the organization’s history. After his departure from New England in 2020, he spent three seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, adding a seventh Super Bowl title in 2021. Since retiring, Brady has balanced business ventures and media obligations while frequently speaking about his time in the NFL.
The Patriots are back in the Super Bowl for the first time since Brady’s exit. While the team has gone through changes in leadership and roster, Robert Kraft, as team owner, remains central to the organization’s identity. Brady and Kraft have long shared a close personal and professional relationship, often expressing mutual respect.
Brady’s simple but direct message appears to reaffirm that connection, especially at a moment when the Patriots are again in the league spotlight. Though he’s no longer on the field, his influence remains through both his legacy and his public support.
As the Patriots prepare for their Super Bowl appearance against the Seahawks, Brady’s words might provide a morale boost for the team and its leadership, reinforcing the enduring bond between the legendary quarterback and the franchise that defined his NFL career.
