This just in: Tom Brady has been invited back to Gillette Stadium for the New England Patriots 2023 home opener, but it's not what you think.

When word hit the press about Brady's retirement, there was speculation he would sign a one-day contract to finish his career with the team that he took to the Super Bowl six times, almost consecutively.

Unfortunately for New England fans, Brady has yet to agree to anything of the sort.

However, Robert Kraft had a surprise in his back pocket that indeed involves Brady.

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Kraft is extending an invite to Brady to join him and the fans at a special game later this year.

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"It will be the beginning of many celebrations to honor Tom Brady and say thank you for what he did for us in 20 years playing for the New England Patriots," Kraft said.

The full schedule for the 2023 season was scheduled to be released May 11 at 8 p.m.

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