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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Terry Bradshaw regrets early NFL deals after seeing Tom Brady's massive $37 million deal Fox contract
Terry Bradshaw regrets early NFL deals after seeing Tom Brady's massive $37 million deal Fox contract (Image via Getty) NFL legend Terry Bradshaw recently shared honest thoughts about money in football broadcasting. Speaking on the 'To the Point – Home Services Podcast,' the Hall of Famer made a surprising comparison between his past deals and Tom Brady's new contract with Fox. His comments came just months after the record-breaking Super Bowl 2025 broadcast and have sparked discussion among fans and experts alike. Terry Bradshaw compares Tom Brady's Fox salary to his own pay Terry Bradshaw, a four-time Super Bowl champion and longtime face of 'NFL on Fox,' didn't hold back while talking about his job and earnings. On Tuesday, during the podcast episode, he recalled how Fox recently pulled in huge viewership numbers. The Super Bowl drew 126 million viewers, while the five-hour Fox pregame show alone averaged 28 million. Despite the success, Terry Bradshaw joked that if he asked for a raise, Fox would likely say the company was 'running a little tight.' He then pointed out that Fox is now paying former quarterback Tom Brady a reported $37 million a year for his role as a broadcaster. Terry Bradshaw admitted, 'I did some bad deals.' He also reflected on his early NFL days. After being the No. 1 overall pick in the 1970 NFL Draft, he said he only made $25,000 in his rookie year. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure your family's future! ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo In the offseason, he worked as a used car salesman to make ends meet. Terry Bradshaw highlights rising NFL and media salaries through Cam Ward Terry Bradshaw also brought up how much football salaries have changed over time. He mentioned Cam Ward, the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, who signed a $48.8 million contract with the Tennessee Titans. Bradshaw noted how huge that difference is compared to what players earned decades ago. Also Read: Tom Brady Breaks Silence After Wild Sofia Vergara Dating Rumor Explodes Online He also said broadcasters today are getting paid just as much as athletes. While Terry Bradshaw's current Fox salary isn't public, Tom Brady's deal is nearly double that of Troy Aikman at ESPN, who makes $18 million a year, and Cris Collinsworth at NBC, who earns $12.5 million annually. Some critics say Tom Brady's on-air performance last season didn't match his paycheck, but networks seem willing to invest big in star names. Terry Bradshaw's comments have now raised questions about fairness and value in today's sports media. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
USA Today
09-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Terry Bradshaw discusses Tom Brady, NFL on Fox contract: 'I did some bad deals'
Terry Bradshaw isn't afraid to talk about the dollars and cents when it comes to his profession. The four-time Super Bowl champion and Hall of Fame quarterback has remained involved with the game following his 14 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers — becoming a familiar face for the NFL on Fox. While the network is transitioning after Jimmy Johnson's retirement, Bradshaw previously shared his desire to stay on the air until 2029 — when Fox hosts the Super Bowl again. He would be 80 years old, a number the 76 year old is targeting to wrap up his broadcasting career. Bradshaw was one of the original members for the NFL on Fox crew that launched in 1994 and he discussed his current employers during an appearance on the "To the Point – Home Services Podcast," which is a show dedicated to "marketing and operational solutions to help your service company grow." 'Did you see the numbers they did?' Bradshaw asked the audience, in reference to the Super Bowl viewership numbers. 'The largest Super Bowl in history. 126 million people. There's 330 million people in America. That is a ton. The Fox pregame show averaged 28 million for five hours. Who in the world is gonna sit around and watch that mess for five hours? 28 million." The former Steeler pointed out those numbers translated to some big money. 'You know how much money they made? God. More money than plumbers, I can assure you that. 28 million. And I guarantee you, if I go in there and ask for a raise, 'Well, we don't have any ... we're running a little tight.' Well, you just paid Tom Brady $37 million a year. I'll take it. I did some bad deals, that's what it was.' Bradshaw also spoke about his early career in football, comparing the contracts to today's game. Despite being the No. 1 pick in the 1970 NFL Draft, Bradshaw noted that he made $25,000 in his first season with the Steelers and worked as a used car salesman during the offseason. Cam Ward, the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, signed a contract worth $48.8 million with the Tennessee Titans. His contract carries an average value of $12.2 million — an indication of how much things have changed in the last 55 years. Players aren't the only ones who have seen their value explode over the years. Broadcasters such as Brady have seen their salaries increase exponentially as well. It's unclear what Bradshaw's salary is, but Brady has a sizable lead on ESPN's Troy Aikman, who checks in at $18 million a year, and NBC's Cris Collinsworth, who makes around $12.5 million a year. Brady was often criticized for his performance in the broadcast booth last season, especially when considering the contract Fox awarded him. The common belief is that no one is tuning into a broadcast to listen to a specific announcer, but companies believe there is value in paying for what they see as the best. Now that it's out there, time will tell if Bradshaw's remarks have any impact on his bottom line. All the NFL news on and off the field. Sign up for USA TODAY's 4th and Monday newsletter.
