Tom Brady isn't done with football just yet! The NFL legend is set to make another comeback, this time in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic, scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This marks Brady's third un-retirement, sending waves of excitement through the sports world.
What to Expect at the Fanatics Flag Football Classic
The inaugural event is a collaboration between Brady, Fanatics, Fox Sports, and OBB Media. It promises a thrilling showcase of skill and athleticism, featuring three teams of eight players competing in a round-robin tournament. The top two teams will then battle it out for the championship.
The games will follow Olympic-style flag football rules, played on a 50-yard field with two 10-yard end zones. It's a 5-on-5 format, with two 20-minute halves, ensuring fast-paced and exciting action.
Star-Studded Lineup
Brady won't be alone. He'll be joined by a host of current and former NFL stars, including Rob Gronkowski, Odell Beckham Jr., Tyreek Hill, Saquon Barkley, Christian McCaffrey, and CeeDee Lamb. This event will be Brady's first official return to the field since his second retirement in 2023.
- Confirmed Players: Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski, Odell Beckham Jr., Tyreek Hill, Saquon Barkley, Christian McCaffrey, CeeDee Lamb
- Coaches: Pete Carroll, Sean Payton, Kyle Shanahan
- Host: Kevin Hart
Brady's Multi-Year Commitment
Brady has partnered with Turki Alalshikh to promote the event and has committed to multiple years. Fox Sports will televise the tournament, with Kevin Hart hosting the event. This event is significant as flag football is set to debut at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, giving NFL players their first exposure to the sport on a global stage.
Gronkowski jokingly confirmed his participation after Brady asked him to be part of the flag football event. He confirmed there would be "no contact, right?"