Viewers tuning into Sunday’s NFC North showdown between the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions got an unexpected dose of light-hearted humor and admiration, thanks to Fox’s lead NFL analyst, Tom Brady. The broadcast turned into a Matt LaFleur swoon-fest as Brady, in his first season as a commentator, took a moment to praise the Packers head coach—particularly his well-groomed appearance.
With the Packers lining up for a crucial third-and-three while trailing 7-3 in the second quarter at Lambeau Field, Brady decided it was the perfect time to share his admiration for LaFleur’s grooming habits. The camera panned to LaFleur, and Brady took the opportunity to make his observations.
“Look at that guy. Look at that perfect little mustache and goatee that he’s got,” Brady said, his tone full of admiration. The seven-time Super Bowl champion continued, “I was so impressed when I saw him in the tunnel, such a handsome guy. He said he spends $100 a week keeping himself looking like that.”
The timing of Brady’s comments—right in the middle of a key offensive play—caught viewers off guard, and the sound bite quickly gained traction on social media. Many fans couldn’t help but find humor in Brady’s unexpected praise of the Packers coach, especially given the timing.
“It’s a key third and short in a massive divisional game, and Tom Brady just spent a solid 45 seconds talking about how handsome Matt LaFleur is,” one X user posted, capturing the bemused reaction of many fans watching at home. Another fan added, “Tom Brady taking a few seconds out of the broadcast to call Matt LaFleur handsome is so f–king funny.”
Another viewer shared, “I did not have Tom Brady gushing over Matt LaFleur’s appearance on my bingo card today!” Clearly, Brady’s commentary added an unexpected twist to the game, leaving many fans amused by his off-script admiration.
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Brady’s remarks about LaFleur weren’t the only comments that caught the attention of viewers on Sunday. Later in the game, Detroit defensive back Brian Branch was ejected following a controversial hit on Packers receiver Bo Melton. Brady briefly weighed in on the situation, expressing his disagreement with the ejection before shifting focus back to the game itself. The incident raised some eyebrows, particularly given Brady’s new role as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
As a minority owner, Brady is subject to specific limitations, including a prohibition on publicly criticizing game officials or other teams. The former Patriots and Buccaneers quarterback was approved as a minority owner of the Raiders last month, and his comments during the Packers-Lions broadcast left some wondering if there could be potential fallout, given his ownership status. Brady’s remarks on the officiating were brief, but they still generated buzz as fans speculated on how the NFL might respond.
Despite the controversy, Brady’s lighthearted banter about LaFleur was a refreshing moment during an intense game, showing that even a seven-time Super Bowl champion can appreciate the finer details—like a perfectly groomed goatee.
It was a reminder of Brady’s evolving role in the NFL, transitioning from a fierce competitor on the field to a relaxed and charismatic presence in the broadcast booth.
The Lions went on to secure a 24-14 victory over their division rival, further solidifying their position in the NFC North. But for many viewers, one of the most memorable moments of the game was Brady’s unexpected admiration for Matt LaFleur, a moment that added a bit of levity to an otherwise hard-fought battle on the gridiron.
As Brady continues to navigate his new roles as both a broadcaster and a team owner, fans can likely expect more candid, off-the-cuff remarks that bring a new level of entertainment to the game.
