Tom Brady’s Broadcasting Debut Draws Negative Reviews

It looks like the former Buccaneers signal caller has some work to do going forward.

Jan 1, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) runs off the field after they beat the Carolina Panthers t Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images / Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady took a year off after retiring from football last year, but now, he's back to work.

Brady signed a deal with FOX to become a broadcaster shortly after his retirement in Tampa Bay, set to earn a total of $375 million over 10 years (while also attempting to become a part-owner of the Las Vegas Raiders). There's been a lot of teasing and buzz around his debut, but he officially made it happen on Sunday when he called his first game, a 4:25 matchup between the Cleveland Browns and the Dallas Cowboys.

The Cowboys smacked the Browns 33-17, and while Brady successfully completed his first go at broadcasting, initial reviews of his performance were less than stellar as he moves into his new career as a broadcaster.

It's safe to say that a lot of folks on social media weren't huge fans of Brady's debut:

I don't want to overreact to week 1 but Tom Brady is the worst announcer in the NFL.

— Dr. Jamie Jakes (@jamjks) September 8, 2024

Tom Brady hasn't looked this uncomfortable since facing the Giants in the Super Bowl

— Jake Ciely (@allinkid) September 8, 2024

Tom Brady can’t seem to form any sentences that have any sort of normal cadence to them

— Luka Donthičć (@landahoy14) September 8, 2024

I’ve heard enough of Tom Brady, justice for Greg Olsen

— Molly (@FSUmollz) September 8, 2024

Maybe someone should have listened to Tom Brady actually say words before dropping $300 million on him.

— Jonathan Smith (@DegenerateTBone) September 8, 2024

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That being said, however, it wasn't all doom and gloom for the former Buccaneers quarterback. Some people thought Brady did a good job in the booth, including NFL Network reporter Jane Slater.

I like Tom Brady in the booth. It’s smart. He’s not pressing and screaming w faux excitement. Let’s Kevin talk then steps in. Easy, intelligent call. Just my two cents 🤷🏼‍♀️

— Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) September 8, 2024

It isn't the end of days for Brady, of course, and he'll likely get better the more games he gets under his belt. But for now, it looks like the GOAT has a lot to improve on.

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