Tom Brady kicked off his Sunday morning with a star-studded meeting alongside Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin. The gathering brought together NFL legends and rookie quarterbacks like Drake Maye, Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy, and Jayden Daniels. Jay Z, a veteran in both music and business, also joined the group for this sports collectibles event. During the meeting, Brady and Jay Z, who have been part of the Fanatics team since 2011, shared their wisdom and experiences with the young quarterbacks. Rubin even captured the excitement of the event on his social handle, hinting at “big things ahead for this group.”

While the 2024 NFL draft was a quarterback carousel, this Fanatics meet also resembled the same. The team notably missed on the coveted wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., who is currently in a contract dispute with the retailer. However, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s absence didn’t dampen the camaraderie as Tom Brady and Jay-Z connected with the other rookies, while Brady even offered a glimpse into the meeting on social media.  

Tom Brady cheers on next-gen NFL quarterbacks

Soon after the meet, Tom Brady took to Instagram to express his enthusiasm for the event, saying, “I had a great morning… and some of the future players that will shape our great league @nfl.” He noted the importance of mentorship and guidance in his own career, and added, “I feel we should always use our experiences to help others and “pay it forward” to see the next generation grow as well.”

The seven-time Super Bowl champion shared that they “talked about life and a little football” during the meeting. In his heartfelt post, he expressed his excitement for the rookies’ future, saying, “From the tape I’ve been watching I think they have a great opportunity ahead. See you all on the road this year and I can’t wait to watch your progress toward greatness with tremendous determination and discipline! LFG!” Patriots QB Drake Maye and McCarthy were so thrilled to share this special moment with Brady on their IG stories. It seems Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. is the only one to miss out on this valuable “Fanatics Event.”

Million-dollar lawsuit costs Harrison Jr. meeting with Brady and Jay-Z

Marvin Harrison Jr. missed out on a golden opportunity to meet two GOATs — Tom Brady and Jay Z. It’s because the 21-year-old wide receiver is being sued by Fanatics for allegedly breaching a $1 million contract. Fanatics had partnered with Harrison Jr., recognizing his “potentially bright future” in the NFL, and made a deal to sell signed merchandise like trading cards, autographs, and game-worn apparel. 

However, Harrison Jr. is now selling signed memorabilia through his own website, The Official Harrison Collection, featuring items like jerseys and helmets at high prices. The website also claims to be the “only website” to purchase signed Harrison memorabilia, leading to the lawsuit claiming breach of contract. Now the contract with Fanatics was signed back in 2023 when Harrison Jr. was still playing for Ohio State. This explains why he wasn’t invited to Fanatics’ fancy breakfast event, missing out on a chance to connect with his NFL peers.