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Tom Brady defends himself amid growing criticism of NFL officiating

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 3:04 PM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Tom Brady defends himself amid growing criticism of NFL officiating
Summary

Tom Brady addressed accusations of contributing to players' complaints about NFL officials during a FOX Sports segment. Reflecting on a painful loss from Super Bowl XLII, Brady stated, “I never cried to the refs,” while dismissing claims linking him to the trend of player dissatisfaction with officiating. The 2026 NFL season has seen increased tension between players and referees, with incidents prompting suspensions for two officials. Brady, who serves as a lead NFL analyst and has a stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, must navigate his commentary carefully to avoid disciplinary action.

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  • •Brady denies creating a trend of players complaining to referees
  • •Reflects on Super Bowl XLII loss involving David Tyree's catch
  • •NFL suspended officials after controversial calls this season
  • •Brady's role as analyst limits his criticisms of officiating
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  • 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I Never Cried to the Refs’ — Tom Brady Refuses to Be The Fall Guy Amid Trend of Players Going After NFL Officials
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Quarterbacks have long had a complicated relationship with NFL officials, especially when a disputed call changes the course of a game. Tom Brady knows that better than most, having spent 23 seasons under the spotlight, during which his reactions to referees often became part of the discussion.

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