FOX welcomes a legend properly with this commercial

Tomorrow afternoon, the sports world will witness a new chapter in Tom Brady‘s storied career. The seven-time Super Bowl champion is set to make his broadcasting debut with FOX Sports during the Dallas Cowboys versus Cleveland Browns game, per Thespun. This marks Brady’s first foray into the world of game analysis, a move that has generated considerable buzz across the sports landscape.

Brady’s Broadcast Debut

As Brady prepares to step into the booth, FOX Sports has released an epic hype commercial to drum up excitement for his debut. The ad features a compelling narration by Brady, showcasing various younger versions of himself, including his childhood days donning a San Francisco 49ers helmet. The commercial highlights Brady’s deep connection to football and addresses critics questioning his decision to leave retirement for broadcasting.

“They don’t understand that you live and breathe for football. Because you’re Tom Freakin’ Brady, and our football journey isn’t even close to done,” Brady says in the commercial, underscoring his enduring passion for the game despite his retirement from playing. The new role comes with a hefty $375 million contract, reflecting the high stakes and expectations for his performance in the booth.

Brady will join Kevin Burkhardt, replacing Greg Olsen in FOX’s commentary team. This transition comes with its own set of challenges and restrictions, especially if Brady pursues becoming a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, a role that could complicate his broadcasting duties.

The Road Ahead

Brady’s transition into broadcasting is not without its hurdles. In a recent podcast with Larry Fitzgerald, Brady discussed the learning curve associated with his new role. “I think even the expectations I have for myself – I’m gonna work really hard in this part of my career knowing that the first time you try something, you’re not very good at it,” Brady said. His approach reflects the same perseverance that fueled his football career, as he embraces the challenges of his new role.

The Browns-Cowboys game kicks off at 4:25 p.m. ET on FOX, and all eyes will be on Brady as he begins this exciting new chapter. Fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how the NFL icon translates his legendary playing career into his broadcasting debut.