UPDATE: Tom Brady Debunks Retirement Rumors With Message to Buccaneers

ESPN first reported Brady’s retirement on Saturday, citing unidentified sources. Brady’s company posted a tweet indicating he’s retiring, and friends and fans reacted from around the world congratulating Brady on his career. However, Brady’s agent, Don Yee, has also made an official statement on the rumors making the rounds about Brady’s retirement

Despite reports that he is retiring, Tom Brady has contacted the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and addressed the the matter according to two people who are familiar with the details and told The Associated Press.

Brady called Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht to say he has not made a decision, according to two people who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because of the private nature of the conversations.

Brady, a seven-time Super Bowl champion and the NFL’s career leader in numerous passing categories, is under contract for 2022, but he has cited a desire to spend more time with his wife, supermodel Gisele Bundchen, and three children despite still playing at the top of his game.

After ESPN’s report, TB12sports Twitter account wrote: “7 Super Bowl Rings. 5 Super Bowl MVPs. 3 League MVP Awards. 22 Incredible Seasons. Thank you for it all, @TomBrady”

After the post was removed, Don Yee released this statement on the issue: “I understand the advance speculation about Tom’s future. Without getting into the accuracy or inaccuracy of what’s being reported, Tom will be the only person to express his plans with complete accuracy. He knows the realities of the football business and planning calendar as well as anybody, so that should be soon.”