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Brady Acknowledges Growing Pains in Debut Season as Fox’s No. 1 NFL Analyst

Restricted team access from his Raiders ownership has prompted him to lean on the confidence he gained calling the Super Bowl as he heads into the 2025 season.

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Hall of Fame New England Patriot player Tom Brady talks with Brian Hoyer during the first half of a game against the Washington Commanders at Gillette Stadium

Overview

  • Tom Brady said on The Joel Klatt Show that he faced “growing pains” throughout his first season as Fox’s lead NFL analyst, making mistakes in preparation and on air.
  • His minority ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders prevented him from attending team practices and production meetings, limiting his ability to prepare.
  • Brady reported that by the time he called Super Bowl LIX in front of a record 127.7 million viewers, he was “way more comfortable” in the broadcast booth.
  • He highlighted the challenge of satisfying viewers who want different mixes of technical analysis, personal anecdotes and entertainment.
  • Brady is set to return for the 2025 season opener between the Giants and the Commanders on September 7 followed by an Eagles-Chiefs rematch in Week 2.