Tom Brady's debut as a Fox Sports commentator has garnered mixed reviews, with some critics like Skip Bayless and Tiki Barber pointing out his lack of depth and personality during broadcasts. Brady himself admitted to feeling tired and recognized the need for improvement, describing the experience as a learning process. Despite the criticism, others, including Vanessa Richardson and Rob Gronkowski, noted his progress and potential to grow in the role. Joe Buck defended Brady, emphasizing the difficulty of the job and the unfairness of early judgments. Paul Finebaum contrasted Brady's performance with Nick Saban's successful transition to broadcasting, highlighting the challenges athletes face in adapting to media roles.