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NFL Star Slams Tom Brady Over Alleged Raiders Influence
Player criticizes Brady's reported sway over Las Vegas team's operations.
Jan. 31, 2026 at 4:15pm
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An unnamed NFL star has harshly criticized seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady over his alleged influence on the Las Vegas Raiders, calling the team "f***ing suck." Brady reportedly owns just 5% of the Raiders franchise but is said to wield significant power alongside general manager John Spytek.
Why it matters
The comments highlight growing tensions between players and team owners, especially high-profile figures like Brady, who are seen as having outsized influence on team decisions despite limited ownership stakes. This comes as the Raiders have struggled on the field in recent seasons, raising questions about the team's leadership and direction.
The details
The unnamed NFL player criticized Brady's reported involvement with the Raiders, saying the team "f***ing sucks" and that Brady is "running that whole f***ing organization." The player accused Brady of making personnel decisions and having too much say in the team's operations despite only owning a small portion of the franchise.
- The comments were made on January 31, 2026.
The players
Tom Brady
A seven-time Super Bowl champion quarterback who is reported to have significant influence over the Las Vegas Raiders despite only owning a 5% stake in the franchise.
John Spytek
The general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders, who is said to work closely with Tom Brady in running the team's operations.
Unnamed NFL Player
An unidentified NFL player who harshly criticized Tom Brady's reported influence over the Las Vegas Raiders.
What they’re saying
“The Raiders f***ing suck. Tom Brady is running that whole f***ing organization.”
— Unnamed NFL Player (The Daily Mail)
The takeaway
This incident highlights the growing power dynamics between high-profile players like Tom Brady and team owners, as well as the challenges facing struggling franchises like the Raiders to establish clear leadership and direction.
