NFL Considers New Restrictions on Tom Brady

Tom Brady, in his first season as a color commentator for Fox Sports under a $375 million contract, faces increasing restrictions following his approval as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. These restrictions limit his ability to observe practices and engage in candid discussions with coaches and players, and he is prohibited from criticizing officials during broadcasts. Recent concerns from NFL franchise owners arose after Brady's interview with Patrick Mahomes, which, despite being personal and not strategic, raised potential conflicts of interest due to his ownership stake. The NFL finance committee is set to discuss expanding these restrictions, which could include limiting Brady's interactions with players to monitored interviews only. Brady's on-air performance has received mixed reviews, and he has already skirted punishment for questioning officiating decisions during broadcasts. The overall situation underscores the complicated intersection of his broadcasting role and ownership in the league.