Tom Brady made his on-air comeback as an NFL analyst for Fox this weekend, just days after news broke that his ex-wife, Gisele Bündchen, is reportedly expecting her first child with her boyfriend, Joaquim Valente. The 47-year-old former New England Patriots quarterback was back in the spotlight as Fox’s NFL analyst, diving straight into the action with commentary during the Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions game on Sunday.
Brady’s return brought some debate, as he offered opinions on a contentious decision during the game. Despite his role as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, which restricts him from openly criticizing NFL referees, Brady didn’t hold back his thoughts about the call to bench Lions’ defensive player Brian Branch, told the New York Post.
“I don’t love that call at all,” Brady commented during the broadcast. “Obviously, it’s a penalty, but to me, there has to be serious intent in a game like this.” Though limited in what he could say, Brady expressed his disagreement, suggesting that the call lacked the intensity required for such a critical game decision.
Shifting his focus back to his analysis, Brady elaborated on the impact of losing Branch on the Lions’ defense. “He does so much for these guys, and they’re going to have to adjust the rest of the game without their best defensive player. I know they were expecting him to have a huge day today,” Brady noted, adding that this loss provided the Packers with a significant advantage.
“Not an easy guy to replace, and Green Bay has a great field position now without having to do too much,” he observed. Brady’s commentary marks his first major broadcast appearance since stepping into his role as a Fox analyst, and his quick critique drew mixed reactions from fans. Some viewers appreciated his candid take, while others questioned if he may have overstepped given his ownership role.
While Brady’s personal life continues to make headlines alongside his professional ventures, his return as an NFL analyst shows he’s fully focused on his post-playing career. With keen insights and a willingness to comment on controversial calls, Brady’s first on-air analysis set a dynamic tone for his role in the broadcast booth.