Brady’s Thanksgiving Surprise
NFL legend Tom Brady found himself the butt of a friendly joke Sunday when Fox Sports host Curt Menefee revealed during the postgame show The OT that Brady would be working on Thanksgiving.
“Did they tell you that before you came?” You have to work on Thanksgiving this year! » Menefee teased.
Brady, who is commentating games for Fox Sports in his first year as a lead NFL analyst, feigned surprise:
« Quoi ?! » he exclaimed before laughing at the situation.
Le Match de Thanksgiving de Fox
Fox Sports will broadcast the Thanksgiving matchup between the New York Giants and the Dallas Cowboys, a key NFC East rivalry that Brady will now cover. Fellow analyst Michael Strahan joked that they skip work and celebrate the holidays together.
Brady’s Transition to Broadcasting
Brady’s 10-year, $375 million contract with Fox Sports was announced before his retirement in February 2023. However, his debut season was not without its challenges:
- Critique : Fans criticized his first Cowboys-Browns broadcast, with Brady admitting it was a learning process:
“Definitely things to improve. It’s quite a learning process,” he said on his YouTube channel. - Restrictions : Brady’s stake in Raiders ownership prevents him from attending team practices, meeting with coaches or criticizing game officials and clubs—key considerations for most broadcasters.
Past Controversies
Brady’s new role has also sparked controversy:
- Comment on Josh Allen: Brady was criticized for using the term “spaz” to describe Bills QB Josh Allen, a word considered an ableist insult. Although he faced backlash online, Fox Sports did not sanction him.
What’s next for Brady?
Despite the challenges, Brady remains committed to perfecting his craft as a broadcaster while navigating the unique restrictions that come with his ownership of the Raiders. Thanksgiving will be another opportunity for the NFL great to prove his worth in the broadcast booth.
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