41-Year-Old Tight End Set to Surpass Tom Brady’s NFL Record in Week 9

At 41, Marcedes Lewis joins the Denver Broncos after two months as a free agent.

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He’s now on the active roster and ready to make history in Week 9.

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Lewis needs just 5 yards to pass Tom Brady in the over-40 receiving list.

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Only three players over 40 have ever recorded receiving yards.

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Lewis last logged 29 receiving yards in 2023, so passing Brady is well within reach.

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Lewis is in his 20th NFL season—a record for tight ends.

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He’s already played more games than any tight end in history.

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One short catch could push Lewis past Tom Brady in the NFL record books.

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