BREAKING: Jalen Hurts Demands NFL Ban Tom Brady From Broadcasting Over Controversial Referee Comments

In a shocking and unprecedented move, Philadelphia Eagles star quarterback Jalen Hurts has formally submitted a request to the NFL front office urging them to ban Tom Brady from participating in the analysis and broadcast of future league games — including those aired by FOX — citing the former Patriots legend’s recent “unprofessional and damaging” criticism of NFL referees.

The controversy erupted following Brady’s harsh commentary during the nationally televised broadcast of the Chiefs-Eagles showdown, in which he blasted NFL officiating, claiming “these calls are soft, inconsistent, and it’s hurting the sport.” While some fans applauded Brady’s candor, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles organization did not.

In a strongly worded letter to Commissioner Roger Goodell, Hurts argued that Brady’s remarks had "undermined the integrity of officiating" and had "shaken the confidence and morale of the Eagles locker room." Hurts, visibly frustrated after the game, told reporters:

“When someone of Tom Brady’s stature publicly questions the refs like that, it doesn’t just hurt the league—it hurts the players. It discredits our efforts on the field. I’ve got too much respect for this game to let that slide.”

Sources close to the Eagles locker room revealed that several players felt targeted and disrespected by Brady’s commentary, with one lineman reportedly saying, “It’s easy to talk from the booth when you're not getting hit anymore.”

Hurts’ request includes a petition to remove Brady from FOX’s NFL analyst team, and an appeal to the league’s media oversight committee to enact stricter boundaries for broadcasters who are former players with influential platforms. The Eagles QB emphasized that analysts must “uplift the game, not tarnish it with bitterness.”

While FOX Sports has yet to issue an official statement, insiders say executives were blindsided by the controversy. Brady, who signed a $375 million deal with FOX in 2022, has not apologized, and doubled down on his stance on social media, writing:

“I’ve always spoken the truth about the game. That won’t change. I love the NFL, but if we want greatness, we need accountability—on all levels.”

The NFL has acknowledged receipt of Hurts’ request but stated that it is currently “under review.” League spokesperson Brian McCarthy added, “We value the voices of our players and broadcasters and will take all feedback seriously.”

As the debate intensifies, fans are now divided—some defending Brady’s right to criticize, others rallying behind Hurts and the Eagles, demanding professionalism in the broadcast booth.

One thing is clear: this controversy is far from over, and the tension between past legends and current stars has hit a boiling point.

Stay tuned.