Tom Brady Faces Harsh Criticisms From Trolls Over His 'Zookeeper' Outfit While Calling NFL Game

NFL legend Tom Brady found himself at the centre of an unexpected fashion debate during Sunday's Dallas Cowboys-Washington Commanders game, with viewers focusing less on his analysis and more on his outfit.

The seven-time Super Bowl champion was in Arlington, Texas, on 20 September as part of FOX Sports' lead broadcast team for the Cowboys' 37-20 victory over the Commanders. Brady worked alongside play-by-play announcer Kevin Burkhardt, with Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi reporting from the sidelines.

Brady wore a white-and-tan shirt, a dark striped tie and high-waisted tan trousers. The combination quickly caught the attention of viewers watching the NFL Week 2 broadcast.

One X user summed up the reaction by writing: 'Tom Brady dressed like a zookeeper.'

The comment quickly attracted agreement from other viewers, turning Brady's outfit into a talking point during the game.

The criticism comes as Brady has increasingly embraced the fashion world following his retirement from professional football. At 49, the former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback has moved beyond his traditional sports image and into luxury fashion.

Viewers Compare Brady to Zookeepers and Safari Guides

Social media users were particularly amused by the earthy tones and high-waisted trousers.

'Tom Brady looks like he just got back from a meeting about a Safari,' another viewer commented.

'We bought a zoo...' someone added.

Another viewer compared Brady's appearance with a relative, writing: 'He literally looks like my uncle. I am sure that the shirt is brand that equals to 3 paychecks my uncle made...but the look is no different.'

A separate reaction described Brady as resembling 'The Office' character Dwight Schrute.

The fashion commentary provided a lighter distraction from a game that had an array of significant storylines, including an injury. Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels suffered another dislocation to his left elbow and was taken from the field on a cart.

Brady himself also made headlines during the broadcast after reacting to the replay with an accidental expletive before quickly apologising.

From NFL Icon to Gucci Campaign Star

Brady's latest outfit comes during a period when his relationship with fashion has become considerably more visible.

In May, he made his runway debut at Gucci's high-profile Times Square show in New York. The event marked designer Demna's first Gucci cruise show and brought the luxury label into the centre of Manhattan.

Brady later became one of the faces of Gucci's autumn-winter 2026 campaign alongside Alex Consani, EsDeeKid and Shawn Mendes. His growing involvement with Gucci represents a notable shift from the conservative image associated with his playing career. He has also built his own fashion and lifestyle profile through the BRADY brand, while continuing his broadcasting career with FOX.

FOX signed Brady to become its lead NFL analyst after his retirement, with the reported 10-year contract worth $375m (£276m). He began working in the booth in 2024.

For now, however, his latest fashion statement appears to have produced a very different kind of commentary. Rather than debating Brady's football analysis, viewers spent Sunday debating whether the NFL's most decorated quarterback had accidentally dressed for a day at the zoo.