Which NFL players, coaches and execs should file a trademark like Tom Brady?

There’s a possibility that Tom Brady has created Merch Madness. In case you missed it, the new Tampa Buccaneers quarterback filed to secure trademark rights to the phrases “Tompa Bay” and “Tampa Brady” for various branding opportunities. The move …

There’s a possibility that Tom Brady has created Merch Madness.

In case you missed it, the new Tampa Buccaneers quarterback filed to secure trademark rights to the phrases “Tompa Bay” and “Tampa Brady” for various branding opportunities. The move caused the land of public opinion to reach a level of Creamsicle Orange over the weekend, peppered with a barrage of both applause and boos.

And while either side makes a strong argument, one thing is crystal clear: During the current sports drought, the trend should absolutely continue in the NFL, creating be a fun one-up in personal branding that multiplies across the league like a drenched Mogwai.

Brady has already tempted this possible think tank, suggesting that Drew Brees should snag the “Drew Orleans” trademark—and why stop there?!

Of course, not everyone is an “idea man,” so here a few other can’t-miss suggestions that deserve an email to the trademark office.

Atlanta Falcons: Matt Ryan

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The NFC South actually has a few other people who have the perfect slogan, right there waiting for the taking, and it begins with the Falcons.

The current focus in Atlanta seems to be between Todd Gurley, Deion Sanders, and the number 21. But all of that could easily be knocked out of “Prime Time” should Matty Ice step out of self-quarantine with a Mattlanta Falcons sleeveless t-shirt.