Patrick Mahomes Calls for NFL to Ban Tom Brady from Super Bowl 2025 Coverage, Sparks Major Backlash
Kansas City Chiefs superstar Patrick Mahomes has ignited a major controversy by urging the NFL to consider banning Tom Brady from analyzing the Super Bowl 2025. Mahomes, a two-time Super Bowl champion and one of the league’s biggest stars, took issue with Brady’s recent criticism of referees, particularly those officiating Chiefs games. He argued that Brady’s outspoken remarks have severely impacted the NFL’s credibility and even called for the former quarterback to step away from FOX.
Mahomes Takes a Stand Against Brady’s Criticism of Referees
Tom Brady, who signed a massive 10-year, $375 million deal with FOX to serve as a lead NFL analyst, has been making headlines for his blunt takes on officiating. In recent weeks, Brady has repeatedly called out what he sees as inconsistencies and questionable calls, particularly in games involving the Kansas City Chiefs. His remarks have sparked heated debates across the league, with some agreeing that officiating needs improvement, while others believe he is unfairly targeting referees.
Mahomes, however, was not pleased with Brady’s criticism. According to sources close to the Chiefs quarterback, Mahomes believes that Brady’s comments are creating unnecessary controversy and damaging the league’s reputation.
“Patrick respects Tom as a player, but he feels Brady is crossing a line with his constant criticism of referees,” an insider said. “Mahomes believes that as a former player, Brady should know how difficult officiating is. Calling out referees so publicly, especially before the biggest game of the year, puts unnecessary pressure on them and hurts the league’s image.”
Mahomes reportedly approached NFL executives, requesting that they consider banning Brady from participating in Super Bowl 2025 coverage. He also suggested that FOX reconsider Brady’s role as an analyst, arguing that his comments are making the network look bad.
Backlash Against Mahomes’ Request
Mahomes’ call to ban Brady immediately sparked mixed reactions. While some Chiefs fans supported their quarterback’s stance, many others, including players and analysts, saw it as an attempt to silence fair criticism.
NFL legend and Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe weighed in on the debate, defending Brady’s right to analyze the game honestly.
“Tom Brady is one of the greatest football minds we’ve ever seen,” Sharpe said during his show. “He has every right to point out issues in officiating. If Mahomes wants to disagree, that’s fine, but calling for the NFL to silence Brady? That’s a bad look.”
Others pointed out that criticism of referees is a common part of sports, and that banning Brady from Super Bowl coverage would set a dangerous precedent.
“If we start censoring analysts for speaking their minds, where does it stop?” one sports journalist tweeted. “Brady isn’t saying anything players and fans haven’t already been saying for years.”
Tom Brady Responds to Mahomes’ Call for His Ban
Brady, never one to shy away from controversy, responded swiftly to Mahomes’ comments. In a statement released through his media team, Brady defended his right to critique officiating and dismissed the idea that he was harming the league.
“I have immense respect for Patrick Mahomes and everything he’s accomplished in the NFL,” Brady said. “But my job as an analyst is to be honest with the fans. Officiating is a critical part of the game, and if I see something that needs to be addressed, I’m going to talk about it. That’s what I was hired to do.”
Brady also took a subtle jab at Mahomes, suggesting that players should focus on their own performances rather than trying to control media coverage.
“At the end of the day, players win games by executing on the field,” Brady added. “The focus should be on preparing for the Super Bowl, not worrying about what an analyst is saying.”
NFL and FOX’s Position on the Controversy
As the debate rages on, neither the NFL nor FOX has officially commented on Mahomes’ request. However, sources indicate that the league is unlikely to take any action against Brady. The NFL has long faced criticism regarding officiating, and while it prefers to avoid controversy, banning a high-profile analyst like Brady would only fuel more backlash.
FOX, meanwhile, appears to be standing by its star analyst. Given the massive investment the network has made in Brady, it seems unlikely that they would take drastic action against him over his comments.
What’s Next?
With Super Bowl 2025 fast approaching, the tension between Mahomes and Brady adds another layer of drama to the event. Whether or not the NFL addresses Mahomes’ concerns, one thing is clear: Tom Brady isn’t backing down, and his presence in the broadcast booth will be one of the most talked-about aspects of the game.
As fans, analysts, and players continue to debate the issue, the big question remains—should former players-turned-analysts be allowed to openly critique officiating, or should they be more cautious to protect the league’s image? Whatever the case, Brady’s response has made it clear that he won’t be silenced anytime soon.