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Tom Brady is proving that his competitive edge did not disappear when he left the NFL. The seven-time Super Bowl champion has added another powerful chapter to his growing business career, surrounding CardVault by Tom Brady with some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment and finance. Jay-Z, Aaron Judge , Connor McDavid and other influential figures have joined the venture, giving Brady’s collectibles business fresh momentum and an ambitious path forward.
The latest investment group could help make that goal realistic. The new backers include music and entertainment powerhouse Jay-Z, Yankees captain Aaron Judge, Oilers superstar Connor McDavid and Celtics co-owner Wyc Grousbeck. Fenway Sports Group principal owner John Henry has also joined, adding another major figure with deep ties to professional sports. Brady is also building credibility outside the collectibles market. He remains Fox Sports’ lead NFL analyst and holds a minority ownership position with the Las Vegas Raiders. His business interests span sports, apparel, wellness and entertainment. That makes CardVault more than a side project. It is another sign of how Brady is shaping life after football. His playing career established the brand. Now he is using that brand to build companies, attract heavyweight partners and chase a new kind of championship.