Tom Brady fires back over Raiders favoritism worries: ‘Not going to lie’

Tom Brady, the former NFL quarterback turned Fox analyst, insists that his minority ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders will not influence his broadcasting performance or how he discusses all 32 teams. He emphasized his commitment to positivity and honesty, stating that he aims to showcase the strengths of every organization without lying to viewers.

Brady discussed his approach on the "PFF NFL Podcast," explaining that he wants to communicate his love for the NFL in a raw and unfiltered manner. His second season as an analyst comes with eased restrictions; he can now attend production meetings remotely after his ownership role previously limited his involvement.

Brady's 5% minority ownership in the Raiders was approved in October, shortly after he joined Fox's top broadcasting team. He expressed humility and excitement about becoming part of the Raiders' story, aligning with values like teamwork and excellence.

Having spent 20 years with the New England Patriots, where he won six Super Bowls, and later winning a championship with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Brady retired in 2023 after 23 seasons. Although he will not cover the Raiders' Week 1 game against the Patriots, the team underwent significant changes this offseason, including hiring Pete Carroll as coach and John Spytek as general manager.

The Raiders are set to open their season against the Patriots on Sunday at 1 p.m.