AceShowbiz - Former NFL superstar and current Fox Sports commentator Tom Brady will not face any consequences for criticizing referees during a recent Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions game. Despite restrictions stipulated in his minority ownership agreement with the Las Vegas Raiders, which prohibit him from criticizing officials or teams during broadcasts, the NFL has determined that Brady's remarks did not violate those terms.

During the game, Brady openly disagreed with the refs' decision to eject Lions' Brian Branch for an illegal hit on a receiver. An NFL spokesperson, Brian McCarthy, explained that the league's concern would be "if Tom was egregiously critical of officiating or called into question the integrity of an official or the crew," which did not happen in this case.

Brady's statement, "I don't love that call at all. I mean, obviously, it's a penalty, but, to me, that has to be serious intent in a game like this," did not meet the threshold for disciplinary action. As a result, Brady will not be fined or otherwise penalized.

This decision aligns with the NFL's interpretation of Brady's broadcasting role, where he is expected to refrain from making "egregious" or integrity-questioning criticisms of officials. Brady has received positive reviews for his growth as a broadcaster, and this ruling will likely enhance his comfort level as he continues to call games, including the upcoming Super Bowl for Fox.