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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

All praise for the brand-building of Tom Brady comes from his illustrious career. His NFL contracts have not historically been very lucrative, but everyone is talking about his FOX Sports analyst deal. Many fans and pundits refer to it as one of the richest contracts ever. However, it did not sway reporter Michelle Beadle.

 

This year, Tom Brady was the real chief point. After the Rams defeated the Buccaneers to earn a Super Bowl berth, the GOAT announced his departure from the NFL. But eventually, TB12 announced his triumphant return to football. It could also be his last waltz in the line of work.

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American Sports reporter Michelle Beadle has a blunt opinion on FOX’s deal with Brady, which begins after his playing career. On her What Did I Miss? podcast, Michelle spoke with former ESPN anchor Bob Ley. She uttered Brady’s agreement and called it “asinine.”

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Beadle asserts that a stronger play-by-play or analyst voice will undoubtedly increase the audience’s satisfaction with a broadcast. However, nobody is rushing to the TV to watch games they are not interested in because of someone behind the microphone.

Beadle adds, “George Clooney could be naked, juggling, talking about football and I’m still not gonna be like, “yup, that was worth $375 million. Tom Brady might not juggle in the booth. But his stature in the football dynasty will affect FOX Sports Broadcast as a lead NFL analyst.

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Will the transition for Tom Brady be simple?

In his 22-year career, Tom Brady has answered uncountable questions, but he has been on either side of the microphone. Brady possesses every virtue. Be it his name, appearance, or resume to set new income benchmarks and even eclipse the games the GOAT is focusing on. However, if history is any proof, it will not be a straightforward task.

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HOF QB and ESPN analyst Steve Jones reveal there is an art to doing it. In the end, making it appear instinctive is the skill, just as in acting. Even NFL Analyst Kurt Warner, also a quarterback in his prime, believes he has to fight a battle just like the others. Brady needs to become more self-assured in his career goals, as the switch could become quite daunting.

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