Does anything ever pop up online that makes you look twice? That was the vibe when a series of photos surfaced of Vince Carter…not in a gym, not at an NBA game…but out on the football field with the Buffalo Bills. Dressed in athletic gear and moving like he still had hops in his legs, Vince Carter was training with the team. No, it wasn’t a joke or some quick promo stunt. There’s a surprising twist behind this moment…and it all makes perfect sense.
See, Vince Carter isn’t just showing up for photo ops. The Buffalo Bills are partially owned by him after a group of ex-Toronto athletes bought a minority share of the franchise. Vince Carter was part of the team for the 2025 offseason Organized Team Activities (OTAs) at Highmark Stadium this week. However, he did not just watch on but talked with players and interacted with the championship that this team is gunning for. One of the biggest takeaways? He hung out with star QB and 2024 NFL MVP Josh Allen.
And this wasn’t lost on head coach Sean McDermott. “You talk about high-level performers. This is one right here,” McDermott said of Carter. I want to learn as much as anyone from him. Vince Carter, who has been part of multiple playoff chases and Olympic gold runs, was quick to point out Allen’s mindset. Carter states, “He just got MVP, so now onto the next one.” When your best players are here and grinding and not BS’ing, that’s a beautiful thing. That is the kind of environment he wants to create for Sterling.
That sets the tone. Vince Carter sees himself bringing that same hunger to his ownership role. He hopes to bring a positive impact to the Bills as a former professional athlete. If Josh Allen has another 40-plus touchdown season and a Super Bowl MVP prediction, Buffalo might finally win the Super Bowl with his continued great play on the field.
With every player in attendance except for RB James Cook, this OTA felt like a tone-setter, with Vince Carter being a part of it. There’s a real sense in Buffalo that something special is brewing. Vince’s presence brought an energy that felt different, and honestly, this crossover of sports legends might be exactly what the Bills need.
Vince Carter next season on television
Even as he works behind the scenes with the Bills, Vince Carter isn’t leaving the game where he built his name. This fall, he is making a return to NBA screens as a studio analyst for NBC Sports as the network brings NBA coverage back to NBC and Peacock. Carter expressed his enthusiasm for being a part of the historic return of the team. He’ll link arms with Carmelo Anthony, a Hall of Fame combo in your living room.
Vince Carter’s experience isn’t just about highlight plays but also leading guys. According to NBC’s Sam Flood, “His dynamic play has translated seamlessly into his broadcasting career.” The plan is for Vince to appear one or more nights a week throughout the NBA season and playoffs. The Olympic gold, his dominance in college, and 22 years in the NBA give him stories.
But make no mistake…Vince Carter isn’t just about talking hoops. Whether it’s through ESPN, Turner Sports, or NBC, all worked during the Tokyo Olympics, he is all-in for the next phase of his sports life. And now, balancing both NFL ownership and NBA broadcasting? That’s rare air.
Whether he’s on the pitch with the Bills or in the studio with Melo, Vince Carter is showing that retirement does not mean stepping back. It just means stepping into new roles. And clearly, he’s not slowing down. So don’t stop there—Vince hasn’t finished yet.
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