Antonio Brown roasts Tom Brady after NFL broadcasting debut as Internet dubs him 'worst announcer'

CLEVELAND, OHIO: Tom Brady, often celebrated as one of the NFL's finest quarterbacks, has encountered a bumpy beginning in his broadcasting career, receiving criticism from the Internet, commentators and former teammate Antonio Brown for his initial performance on Sunday, September 8.

Brady made his broadcasting debut for Fox Sports, providing color commentary during the Week 1 game between the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns. This role is part of the expectations tied to his massive $375 million contract, signed after his retirement last year.

Tom Brady’s awkward debut marked by stiff interactions and on-air blunders

From the start, Tom Brady appeared uncomfortable and stiff during his interaction with co-host Kevin Burkhardt, Daily Beast reported.

“We’re here, it’s been quite a journey, but I love being your partner,” Brady said to Burkhart, pausing briefly between his words.

Videos of Tom Brady’s awkward moments quickly began circulating on social media.

At one point, Burkhardt joked with his new co-host, saying, “With you coming in the booth, I made sure I did my hair real nice. I figured there’d be some more on-camera moments today.”

However, Brady stumbled over his words, telling Burkhardt, “I do what they tell me, understand that. I’m still a rookie in here.”

In another awkward moment, Brady tried to fist bump Mike Pereira, who was distracted by reviewing something on another screen. “Don’t leave me hanging!” Brady exclaimed to the network’s veteran rules analyst.

Tom Brady's former teammate Antonio Brown slams his broadcasting debut

Tom Brady's former teammate Antonio Brown, who has frequently trolled Tom Brady, especially following Brady's divorce from Giselle Bundchen—seized the chance to take another jab at his former teammate.

Brown commented, "Maybe someone should have listened to Tom Brady actually say words before dropping $300 million on him. #CTESPN"

Reflecting on it, Brown's jab echoed the sentiments of many NFL fans who mocked Brady's broadcasting debut. However, he did get Brady's salary wrong.

Internet mocks Tom Brady for his awkward broadcasting debut

Commenters on X, formerly known as Twitter, were harsh, with some calling Tom Brady "the worst announcer in the NFL" and "absolutely atrocious," while others mocked his stiff delivery.

A user said, "I don't want to overreact to week 1 but Tom Brady is the worst announcer in the NFL."

Another added, "Tom Brady is absolutely atrocious in the booth."

The third commentator demande Greg Olsen’s return, "Tom Brady is f**king terrible. This is brutal. @NFLonFOX get this guy off TV and bring back @gregolsen88 asap"

"Tom Brady is the worst announcer I’ve ever heard," one said.

A person said, "Tom Brady is absolutely atrocious behind the mic. Good God."

Another user added, "He disappointed us with that performance."

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