Tom Brady is returning to the gridiron.
The seven-time Super Bowl champion has signed on to appear in a flag football tournament.
Brady, 48, will be joined by a host of other NFL luminaries in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic, Fox Sports announced in a press release Sept. 15.
The tournament will take place March 21, 2026, at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, during Riyadh Season, which traditionally features a series of entertainment, cultural and sporting events. It will mark Brady’s first time playing in a sanctioned football game since he retired in 2023.
“I couldn’t be more excited to return to the field, get the competitive juices flowing alongside some of the game’s brightest stars and iconic legends, and bring a truly unique global sports event to fans everywhere during Riyadh Season,” Brady said in the release.
“I have always admired the power of flag football and how it connects fans of all ages, and it’s awesome to be able to showcase the sport on such a global stage while joining together so many incredibly skilled athletes.”
Brady, who announced his retirement in 2022 before rescinding it for one more season and then hanging up his cleats for good a year later, is also planning on something he did a lot of when he was in the NFL: winning.
“I will be bringing home the trophy,” he said.
When Is the Fanatics Flag Football Classic?
The tournament will be played Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh.
Who Else Will Play in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic?
Brady headlines an impressive roster of players who will compete. Current NFL stars who will play include Saquon Barkley, CeeDee Lamb, Christian McCaffrey, Sauce Gardner, Myles Garrett, Brock Bowers, Maxx Crosby, Tyreek Hill and Odell Beckham Jr.
Rob Gronkowski, who played with Brady on the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, will also play.
Who Will Coach in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic?
A trio of current coaches will work the sidelines, including Pete Carroll and Sean Payton, who have each won a Super Bowl. Kyle Shanahan, who has led the San Francisco 49ers to a Super Bowl appearance, will also coach.
How Does the Fanatics Flag Football Classic Work?
The tournament will pit three teams comprised of eight players in a round-robin battle. The top two teams will move on to the championship.
Flag football will make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Games in Los Angeles, and the Fanatics Flag Football Classic will adhere to Olympic-style flag football rules. The games will be played on a 50-yard field with a pair of 10-yard end zones, a 5-on-5 format and two 20-minute halves.
How Can I Watch the Fanatics Flag Football Classic?
The event will be carried live on Fox Sports and Tubi. Kevin Hart will host.