Tom Brady critiques Justin Herbert's pick as a 'meatball sub' on broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
During the Chargers vs. Bills game, Tom Brady criticized Justin Herbert's interception over the middle. Brady described the throw as a 'meatball sub,' highlighting poor decision-making by Herbert against safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson. This slang, gaining popularity this season, compares interceptions to easily hittable pitches in baseball. Brady's commentary reflects its growing use in the football lexicon. The Chargers currently compete against the Bills, seeking to recover from the interception.
- •Brady made comments during the Chargers vs. Bills game.
- •He labeled an interception by Herbert as a 'meatball sub'.
- •The term reflects a growing trend in football vernacular.
- •Herbert faced criticism for poor awareness on the throw.
- •The Chargers are currently playing the Bills.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Why Tom Brady called Justin Herbert interception a ‘meatball sub’
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