Is Tom Brady wearing No. 12 already a done deal?

This tweet seems to indicate that Bucs quarterback Tom Brady is already a lock to wear No. 12 with his new team.

Now that Tom Brady is officially a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, fans everywhere are lining up to purchase their new Brady jersey.

The only question is, what number will he wear?

Bucs wide receiver Chris Godwin already dons the infamous No. 12 that Brady made famous during his 20-year career with the New England Patriots, which, oh by the way included six Super Bowl titles. The TB12 brand has become a part of the Golden Boy’s life. So, naturally, Godwin would hand it over no questions asked, right?

Maybe not.

As I pointed out the other week before Brady announced his decision to leave the Patriots, him joining the Bucs might create an awkward situation between him and Godwin, who has worn No. 12 since his high school days and while a receiver at Penn State. Godwin has spoken about the issue, but there’s been no definitive answer… yet.

Well, it seems some believe Brady wearing 12 is already a done deal, evident by this tweet.

From a business standpoint, the Bucs should hope Godwin surrenders the number. Not only would Brady sales soar, but whatever new number Godwin selects would itself be a hot item for fans. Godwin had his first 1,000-yard season last year, totaling 86 receptions for 1,333 yards and nine touchdowns, career highs across the board. His stellar season also earned him his first Pro Bowl selection.

No matter who is wearing No. 12 next season, the Brady-to-Godwin connection should work just fine.

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