Tom Brady
7x Super Bowl Champion and 3x NFL MVP Quarterback · Football - NFL
New England Patriots / Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Era
Modern Era - Circa 2010s-2020s
Item Type
Baseball
Condition
Excellent; the signature is bold with high contrast and no significant fading. The ball shows minor tanning characteristic of leather aging.
Rarity
Moderate; while Brady signs regularly for Fanatics, he is a 'premium' signer with high-cost entry points.
Overall Assessment
A solid, authentic-looking example of a legendary athlete's autograph on a unique crossover medium. Highly desirable for any sports collector.
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic; signature characteristics align with his high-speed, simplified modern scrawl typically seen on multi-item signing sessions.
Signature Style
Stylized shorthand scrawl with a circular loop for the 'T' and a fluid 'B' trail, featuring his '12' jersey number inscription.
Signature Characteristics
Rapid fluid motion, consistent upward slant, and a specific 'M' shape in the middle of the 'Brady' portion.
Ink & Medium
Black felt-tip permanent marker (Sharpie) on a leather-surface baseball.
Item Description
Standard white leather baseball with red stitching, signed on a side panel rather than the sweet spot.
Estimated Value
$600.00 - $900.00 USD (higher if authenticated by Fanatics or PSA/DNA)
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with 'Fanatics Authentic' holographed examples from his later New England years.
Authentication Tips
Look for the specific '12' inscription style where the '1' and '2' are often connected or tucked into the first loop of the name.
Certification Recommendation
Fanatics (exclusive partner), PSA/DNA, or Beckett Authentication Services (BAS).
Red Flags
No significant red flags; the ink absorption into the leather pores suggests a natural signing speed without hesitation.
Provenance Notes
Brady items without a Fanatics or Tristar hologram are often scrutinized more heavily due to his exclusive contracts.
Historical Context
Signed baseballs by football stars are popular 'crossover' items, often signed at celebrity golf tournaments or charity events.
Market Trends
Strong and stable; his retirement has solidified his status as the 'G.O.A.T.', keeping demand for all signed mediums high.
Investment Potential
High; as the consensus greatest player in NFL history, his autograph is a blue-chip staple of sports collecting.
Similar Autographs
Joe Montana, Peyton Manning, Patrick Mahomes
Display & Preservation
Keep in a UV-protected glass cube to prevent the black ink from fading to brown or the leather from yellowing.
Interesting Facts
Brady was actually drafted as a catcher by the Montreal Expos in the 1995 MLB Draft before choosing football.