Tom Brady suggests LeBron James could excel with Las Vegas Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 2:15 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Tom Brady discussed the potential for LeBron James to play in the NFL, naming the Las Vegas Raiders as an ideal team. Brady cited James' physical attributes, such as his height and scoring ability, as reasons he could succeed as a receiver. While James prepares for the NBA season with the Philadelphia 76ers, this conversation highlights the crossover potential between basketball and football. Brady's comments come as both athletes are in the early stages of their respective seasons.
- •Tom Brady discussed LeBron James's hypothetical NFL potential.
- •Brady would place James on the Las Vegas Raiders.
- •He emphasized James's height and athleticism for scoring.
- •LeBron is set to begin his season with the Philadelphia 76ers.
- •Brady's comments highlight cross-sport opportunities for elite athletes.
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — ‘The easiest touchdown’ – The NFL team Tom Brady would put LeBron James on
"Tom Brady has recently been discussing what it would look like if NBA icon LeBron James played in the NFL. LeBron has had a glittering basketball career and is now set to kick off the new season with the Philadelphia 76ers.
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