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Ted Johnson: Why Bill Belichick may want Tom Brady to sign with Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are the latest team to be thrown into the Tom Brady rumor mill.

Wednesday, a report from the Tampa Bay Times stated the Bucs are "going all in" to acquire Brady once the longtime New England Patriots quarterback officially becomes an unrestricted free agent March 18. While that doesn't seem like the most attractive destination for Brady, the Buccaneers have the cap space to potentially intrigue the 42-year-old with an enticing offer.

Appearing on NBC Sports Boston's "Early Edition," ex-Pats linebacker Ted Johnson explained why head coach Bill Belichick may actually prefer Brady sign with Tampa Bay if he doesn't return to New England.