Tom Brady Signs Groundbreaking $375 Million, 10-Year Broadcasting Deal
After his NFL retirement, legendary qurterback Tom Brady will embark on a new journey. He signed a $375 million, 10-year contract to become an NFL game analyst.
The deal with Fox Sports came as a surprise announcement as it came two months after he announced backing out from his retirement. He re-joined the Tampa Buccaneers as QB.
Tom Brady tells @ColinCowherd on @FS1 that he will start his broadcast career with FOX in the Fall of 2024. pic.twitter.com/CI82wjTnJV
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) February 6, 2023
Tom Brady signed an exceptional contract back in May 2022 but it was announced just recently. Fans wouldn’t miss him on the games as he will become the TV analyst for Fox.
It wasn’t surprising that Fox offered him the broadcasting stint. The network has a reputation of including Hall of Famers in their ranks. The former QB will replace Troy Aikman.
Tom Brady as Sports Analyst
In addition, ESPN also vouched for Brady to be on their network. However, Fox needed a huge personality for replacement. Tom Brady is their best bet considering his impact being an all-time great.
Tom Brady announces he will start his broadcast career with Fox in fall of 2024
(via @TheHerd) pic.twitter.com/YThRLSPDIp
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) February 6, 2023
While many are curious when his broadcasting career would start, he confirmed that he will debut aas brodcaster at the beginning of 2024 NFL season.
Brady said, “You’re on this really crazy treadmill/hamster wheel for a long time, loving the moment, loving the journey. At the same time, it’s a daily fight, and I have appreciation for so many people who are so committed every day to showing up, to putting their max effort into their life and their career.”
While many are awaiting for his new career, some are hesitant if he is the right man for the job. Especially with the recent conundrum involving the sharp and chraismatic analyst Greg Olsen. He works alongside Kevin Burkhardt.
Tom Brady told Colin Cowherd that, after talking with executives at FOX last week, he does not expect to begin his broadcasting career until the fall of 2024. pic.twitter.com/3Ao9LnosDX
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 6, 2023
Olsen’s great performance in the broadcast booth doesn’t guarantee that Fox will keep him in the lead broadcast team. A report from Si.com shared insight on how placing Brady on another time slot isn’t possible, considring that Fox has shelled out millions for his contract.
Moreover, Greg Olsen still has his time to build up his name further. Fox might consider raising his salary if they decide to keep Olsen beyond his contract. Olsen won’t even come close to Brady’s stature but the latter surely has some big roles to fill in.
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