Tom Brady Criticized for His NFL on Fox Debut

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Tom Brady began his new broadcasting gig on Sunday on the NFL on Fox, but the former star Patriots quarterback has had a hard time finding his groove, judging by the fans' reactions.

The 47-year-old made his debut alongside new partner Kevin Burkhart in the Week 1 matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns, but right off the bat his delivery was stilted and awkward, with awkward pauses between words.

“Here we are, it’s been quite a journey but I enjoy being your partner,” Brady said after being introduced by Burkhart, before turning his attention to the respective team quarterbacks. “Dak [Prescott] “He just signed the biggest contract in NFL history, now he's got to go out there and earn it,” he continued, slurring his words a few times.

Brady then managed to fist-bump longtime Fox Sports rules analyst Mike Pereira, who was busy studying something on the screen in front of him. “Oh, don’t keep me waiting!” Brady cried awkwardly after several agonizing seconds of extending his fist.

To be fair, it was his first day on the job. But given Brady’s hefty $375 million contract as lead color commentator — not to mention Burkhart’s former partner Greg Olsen being demoted to second-team coverage to make room for him — the backlash on social media was swift and brutal.

“I don't want to overreact to week 1 but Tom Brady is the worst announcer in the NFL,” one user said seriously. Another joked: “Finally, Tom Brady sucks at something.”

Some called for justice for Olsen, disparaging her stilted tone and pauses between words.

Time will tell if Brady can find his rhythm or if this is truly a costly mistake for Fox Sports. Either way, they're neck and neck with him now. Or, unless he decides to come out of retirement again.

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