NFL Ends 'Brady Rules' Allowing Fox Analyst Access to Production Meetings

In 2025, NFL broadcaster Tom Brady will be allowed to attend Fox's production meetings with coaches and players despite his minority ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, reversing the restrictions imposed during his rookie broadcasting season. These "Brady Rules" were originally set to prevent Brady from gaining competitive insights that could benefit the Raiders, but the NFL suspended them for Super Bowl LIX and has now relaxed them for the upcoming season. Brady will still be barred from attending team practices, maintaining some limitations on his access. This change is expected to enhance Brady's broadcasting performance, as he struggled with information access during his first year but showed improvement by the Super Bowl. Brady is under a 10-year, $375 million contract with Fox Sports, and the easing of restrictions is likely welcomed by the network, given his high-profile role. Both the NFL and Fox Sports have declined to comment on this development.