If you want to watch A Very Brady Christmas this holiday season, brace yourself for other streaming plans because Netflix won’t be your ticket.
Fox Rejects Netflix’s Bid for Brady-Burkhardt Duo
Ryan Glasspiegel reported a sizzling piece from the gridiron jungle where Fox turned down Netflix’s request to have NFL legend Tom Brady team up with on-air partner Kevin Burkhardt for one of the Christmas Day games. Ah, the twists and turns of the NFL media landscape! The burning question that remains: did Brady himself even want to jump into the commentator’s chair? And let’s not forget the mystery of the big bucks—the amount Netflix would have splashed for Brady remains anyone’s guess.
Fox’s Mega Deal with Brady
This is where things get spicier. Brady’s got that eye-popping 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox. Meanwhile, Netflix is shelling out a tidy sum of $150 million for those two coveted games. Imagine if Netflix had won: Chiefs at Steelers, and Ravens at Texans being analyzed by Brady! Talk about fireworks on Christmas!
A Lost Opportunity for Fox?
Fox, what were you thinking? Giving Brady airtime during a high-stakes game like that could have been a touchdown in the red zone! It would have polished his broadcasting chops, bolstering his transition from field general to microphone maestro. Plus, it would have granted him crucial practice time at the mic, all while straddling the line of not being allowed at production meetings or on-field practices due to his potential piece of Raiders pie.
Netflix’s Gambit Undone
Netflix didn’t just wake up one day thinking, “Hey, let’s snag Brady!” Their interest in the legendary QB is crystal clear, especially with their previous knockout partnership for his roast. Remember that? A rib-tickling success, despite Brady’s initial hesitations. Ah, Hollywood!
In essence, as the NFL narrative twists and turns, Fox might have just fumbled a golden opportunity to let Brady shine bright. But one thing’s for sure—whoever sidelines Brady better come prepared for a storm of speculation and curiosity from us, the ever-passionate fans. Until then, we can only imagine the roaring excitement that could’ve been a Very Brady Christmas indeed.
In the world of the NFL, dreams and decisions collide like helmets on the field. Fox, Brady, and Netflix—what a tantalizing tale!
