A Tom Brady-Signed Football From the 2002 Super Bowl Is up for Sale

Catch this, collectors: A football steeped in NFL history has just been listed for sale with M.S. Rau.

On February 2, 2002, the New England Patriots faced off against the St. Louis Rams at the Super Bowl XXXVI in New Orleans, Louisiana. Led by a young Tom Brady, the Patriots won the game with a final score of 20-17. During the post-game physical examination of the players, doctor Bertram Zarins—the Patriots physician at the time—asked the victorious team to sign the winning Wilson football. Now it can be yours for $68,850.

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The two-tone pigskin features 37 autographs, of which 32 have been identified and authenticated by PSA/DNA Authentication Services, according to M.S. Rau. Some famous names inscribed on the ball include Adam Vinatieri, Kevin Faulk, Richard Seymour, Tedy Bruschi, and, of course, Tom Brady.

Measuring 11 by 28 inches, the ball is mostly white so the signatures are highly visible. It is housed inside an acrylic case that ensures it is protected while on display. It also comes with a letter written and signed by Dr. Zarins that validates its provenance, as well as a letter of authenticity from the PSA/DNA.

The Super Bowl XXXVI is one of the most memorable championship games in history. The score was tied 17 to 17 with less than two minutes on the clock and no timeouts remaining, then Brady completed a legendary drive that allowed Adam Vinatieri to score a game-winning 48-yard field goal in the last few seconds.

“I think this team came out and just proved to everybody what we were—what we’ve been doing all year,” Brady told CNN post-match. “We’re the type of team that comes through when you—when we need it.”

The game marked the beginning of what some call a historic dynasty. Brady went from being the 199th pick in the 2000 NFL draft to a beloved quarterback. He was elected team captain by his fellow Patriots in 2002 and every year thereafter. He led the team to six Super Bowl victories, and this commemorative pigskin immortalizes one of those wins.

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