Tom Brady Rumors Swirl Before Super Bowl

Tom Brady fever is overtaking the Super Bowl. A pair of juicy reports regarding the Patriots quarterback's future emerged Sunday morning, each a potentially significant development in where No. 12 ends up next season.

The first report is regarding New England, which NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said is prepared to pay Brady more than $30 million. That's significantly more than Brady, who has historically signed team-friendly deals, has ever made in a season.

Just as importantly, it would bring Brady's earnings more in line with other elite quarterbacks. His former backup Jimmy Garoppolo, who is starting for the 49ers in the Super Bowl, made more than Brady did this year.

Other reports are beginning to indicate which teams may chase Brady if he hits free agency.

Rapoport said the Los Angeles Chargers "are expected to be among the teams who will make a pitch to Brady," while ESPN's Adam Schefter the Raiders are "poised to pursue" him as the franchise moves to Las Vegas.

Both AFC West teams will be looking to upgrade at quarterback, can surround Brady with a lot of talent and are looking to make a splash to fill new stadiums.

Brady will become a free agent for the first time in his career March 18. He can agree to terms with New England beforehand, but he has said he will approach free agency with an open mind.