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Future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady is set to take on a new role as Fox's lead NFL analyst next season.
Legendary ESPN "Monday Night Football" announcer, Joe Buck, has expressed his willingness to assist Brady in navigating this exciting transition.
Buck's open invitation for Tom Brady
In a recent appearance on "The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast,"Joe Buck discussed his eagerness to help Tom Brady as he embarks on a new journey in the broadcasting world.
Buck, serving as the lead play-by-play analyst on ESPN's "Monday Night Football," understands the challenges of transitioning from the field to the booth and is open to guiding Brady through the process.
"I know that (Brady) talked to Troy (Aikman) about it, he's talked to intermediaries about maybe getting with me and having me help him, which I'm totally open to doing and would love to do," remarked Buck, emphasizing his for Brady's broadcasting endeavors.
Joe Buck highlighted the unique demands of a broadcasting career, stating, "There's new things you have to think about ... knowing football is about fourth on the list."
He emphasized the importance of mastering the mechanics, presentation, and speed required to analyze a game effectively.
"You have to get the mechanics of it... It's what are you looking at, how are you going to present it, how fast can you do it, can you do it before the next snap? There have been guys that seem to be computer-made to do analysis of an NFL or college game that haven't been so great," explained Buck, shedding light on the nuances of the profession.
Joe Buck on Brady: "He'll be great"
Despite the challenges, Buck expressed confidence in Tom Brady's abilities, stating, "I would never bet against him; he'll be great."
Brady, a seven-time Super Bowl champion, retired from the NFL in February after an illustrious 23-season career with the New England Patriots and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Brady signed a monumental 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox Sports in 2022, solidifying his role as the network's lead analyst alongside play-by-play commentator Kevin Burkhardt.
While speculation arose regarding Brady's potential ownership role with the Las Vegas Raiders, sources suggest that "Fox brass would be happy to get a season or two out of (Brady) before he sails off into the ranks of NFL owners."