As Tom Brady enters free agency, he will allow himself to be courted by other teams for the first time in his NFL career, CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora reports.
According to La Canfora, it "would be extremely surprising" if Brady and the Patriots agreed to a deal before free agency opens on March 18. The veteran quarterback is "prepared" to discuss a future with other teams.
"While his process could still result in a return to New England it is far from certain at this point," La Canfora reports. "Brady intends to take a methodical approach to his first foray into free agency, as, at age 42, this will be the final contract of his playing career.