Tom Brady isn’t letting a little thing like flying 35,000 feet in the air stop him from staying on top of all the action during a busy NFL Sunday. After calling the Week 2 matchup between the New Orleans Saints and the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the 47-year-old future Hall of Famer hopped onto his private jet for a flight back home to Miami. But with a full slate of NFL games ahead, Brady made sure he didn’t miss a single moment, even from the skies.
In a video shared on his YouTube channel on Wednesday, September 25, Brady gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at how he keeps up with the action while on the go.
The former New England Patriots quarterback used a dual-screen setup for the flight, ensuring he could catch all the highlights. On his laptop, Brady was locked into the intense Kansas City Chiefs vs. Cincinnati Bengals game, while on a nearby tablet, he had the NFL Network’s Red Zone Channel streaming, allowing him to keep tabs on the most exciting moments from around the league.
Relaxed with a giant bowl of pretzels in front of him, Brady soaked in the football-packed afternoon, offering commentary as if he were still calling plays. When Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker effortlessly nailed a 45-yard field goal, Brady couldn’t help but express his admiration. “By the way, that would have been good from 68 [yards],” he marveled, impressed with Butker’s strength and accuracy.
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The drama in Kansas City didn’t end there, as pop star Taylor Swift made headlines by watching the game live from Arrowhead Stadium to support her rumored boyfriend, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.
The connection between football royalty and pop culture wasn’t lost on Brady, but his mind quickly turned to his own glory days. As the Chiefs continued their quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl title—a feat no team has accomplished in NFL history—Brady reminisced about the dominance of his Patriots dynasty. “We were Patriots fans,” Brady quipped. “Imagine this for 20 f—in’ years.” Brady led the Patriots to six Super Bowl titles during his two-decade reign, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest to ever play the game.
Since stepping into his role as an NFL broadcaster with Fox Sports after signing a record-breaking 10-year, $375 million contract, Brady’s work in the booth has been under a magnifying glass. His debut on September 8 sparked a range of reactions, including some sharp criticism.
Sports radio host Evan Roberts called Brady’s performance an “embarrassment,” while his former Tampa Bay Buccaneers teammate Antonio Brown took to social media to mock him. Additionally, former New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz weighed in during an interview with Us Weekly, saying that Brady needs to “loosen up” in the booth.
Even Brady himself acknowledged that his first appearance as a broadcaster wasn’t flawless. In a video posted to his YouTube channel on September 12, Brady reflected on his debut. “Certainly a lot of fun,” he said. “Definitely things to clean up. It’s all a learning process, man.”
Despite the early critiques, Brady is already looking ahead to his next challenge in the booth. On Sunday, September 29, he’ll reunite with broadcast partner Kevin Burkhardt to call a thrilling matchup featuring his former team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as they take on Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Brady’s journey from NFL legend to broadcaster is still in its early stages, and while the transition may come with its ups and downs, his dedication to the sport remains undeniable.
Whether he’s on the field, in the booth, or cruising at 35,000 feet, Brady continues to find ways to stay connected to the game he loves. As his broadcasting career unfolds, it’s clear that Brady, just like on the field, is committed to getting better with every game.
