Arrr! Brady and Watt be like salty sea dogs seekin' one last plunder! Ex-gridiron star spills beans on NFL spell.
2024-05-08
Arrr, me hearties! Former NFL star Shawne Merriman be tellin' Fox News Digital that thar be two things that football be bringin' to players that be keepin' 'em hooked fer years on end. Ye best believe it, mateys!
Tom Brady expressed his longing for football, calling it the "love of my life" at the end of his Netflix roast. Meanwhile, J.J. Watt hinted at a possible return to the Houston Texans if needed. Both retired players have been busy building their brands in the business world. Brady is looking to purchase a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, adding to his portfolio that includes No Bull, the Las Vegas Aces, and Birmingham City.Watt and his wife are minority owners of Burnley Football Club and have investments in Hyperice and Athletic Brewing. Despite their ventures, football still seems to have a hold on these legendary players as they transition to new endeavors. Former NFL star Shawne Merriman explained that the NFL provides a sense of family and purpose, making it difficult for players to let go after retirement.Merriman personally understands this struggle, having retired in 2012 after playing for the San Diego Chargers and Buffalo Bills. He transitioned to broadcasting and eventually launched his own mixed martial arts promotion and sports TV channel, Lights Out Sports. His goal is to create a digital locker room accessible to fans worldwide, offering sports content for free on major TV platforms.