‘I don’t think anyone’s worried about them cheating’: Social media reacts to Brady’s seat
Summary
The NFL said there is no rule preventing an owner from sitting in a coaches’ booth when acting in the capacity of a limited partner, clearing Raiders minority owner and Fox analyst Tom Brady to sit in the Raiders’ coaches’ box during Monday Night Football. The move drew a mix of snark and concern on social media: many users joked about the Raiders’ poor offence and said cheating wasn’t a worry, while commentators like Matt Yoder and Craig Carton raised questions about potential conflicts of interest. Adam Schefter noted Brady remains restricted from team facilities for practices and production meetings. Others called the cheating accusations overblown.
Key Points
- The NFL confirmed owners may sit in coaches’ booths if acting as limited partners.
- Tom Brady was in the Raiders’ coaches’ booth during their 20-9 loss to the Chargers.
- Critics argue Brady’s broadcaster role plus team ownership creates a potential conflict of interest.
- Social-media reaction ranged from jokes about the Raiders’ offence to serious criticism from some pundits.
- Some voices defended Brady and described accusations of cheating as exaggerated.
Author note
Punchy: We skimmed the outrage so you don’t have to — short take: league says it’s allowed, fans troll the Raiders, a few legit concerns, and mostly hot takes.
Why should I read this?
Basically — if you care about the Raiders, Tom Brady or how the NFL handles possible conflicts, this saves you ten minutes of scrolling through reactions. It’s quick, gossipy and gives you the league’s official stance plus the loudest fan responses.