The seven-time Suρer Bowl winner, 46, signed a 10-year, $375 million broadcast deal with Fox Sports in 2022.
2Former NFL star Tom Brady is set to take up a new broadcast role with Fox Sports in SeptemberCredit: Getty2The 46-year-old actress admits the new role is uncomfortable.Brady, who retired from football in February, will begin his new post as lead commentator next season (Getty).Besides his successful internet podcast Let’s Go, he has limited broadcasting experience.The NFL great told the show earlier this week that he is aware of the tremendous challenge ahead as he prepares for the new post.Brady: “I’ve got a big broadcasting job that’s going to start in September.“I’m working hard to prepare mentally and emotionally for that chance and challenge. Due of its difficulty.This is new and out of my comfort zone. I’m eager to try something new and see how I do.”Brady is expected to replace Greg Olsen in Fox’s booth with Kevin Burkhardt.He said “It’s got to be about what my preparation is and what my work ethic is.”Much of my career should have prepared me for that.I’m ready to go when I get out of bed in the morning, which is fantastic. I want a to-do list.“These are the things I’m gonna do today and this is how I ultimately want to actualize my potential in this area of my life.”Brady has a strong sports business portfolio after retiring in February 2023.He’s invested in Birmingham City and applied to be a minority partner in the Raiders.The former New England Patriot is new to TV broadcasting, and ESPN announcer Joe Buck wants to help.The seasoned caller told The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast: “I’m curious how Tom handles his new circumstance.”I know that he’s talked to Troy [Aikman] about it, he’s talked to intermediaries about maybe getting with me and having me help him, which I’m totally open to doing and would love to do.”