Overview
- Drew Brees called Packers–Giants in Week 11 alongside play-by-play announcer Adam Amin with Kristina Pink reporting in his first Fox NFL broadcast.
- Fox hired Brees after parting ways with Mark Sanchez following Sanchez’s Indianapolis incident that led to felony battery charges, creating the vacancy.
- Reports indicate Brees’ Fox deal spans multiple years, with commitments through at least next season according to The Athletic.
- Fox allowed Brees to keep a previously arranged Netflix assignment to call Lions–Vikings on Christmas Day with Noah Eagle, a notable exception to typical exclusivity.
- Tom Brady offered on-air advice before the debut to enjoy the job and avoid social media reactions, as early reviews highlighted Brees’ football insight alongside timing and delivery issues that should improve with reps.