{
  "id": 13887188,
  "title": "‘Darnold with the acting’ – Fans think Tom Brady hates Sam Darnold after commentary admission",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/darnold-with-the-acting-fans-think-tom-brady-hates-sam-darnold-after",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T05:57:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/darnold-acting-fans-think-tom-055709775.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NFL legend Tom Brady is facing criticism after publicly criticizing Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold during a FOX commentary. The criticism came in the second quarter following a 49ers linebacker's flag against Darnold, with Brady labeling Darnold's actions as \"acting\" to cause a penalty. Fans were shocked by Brady's harsh words towards Darnold, given his previous success as a player, and questioned whether his dislike for the quarterback is personal. Some fans pointed out Brady's potential bias, as he grew up a 49ers fan and was later signed by the Seahawks. Others accused Brady of hypocrisy, as he once refused to sign Darnold in the 2025 offseason, leading the Seahawks to acquire him as a key component for their Super Bowl aspirations. Darnold's performance during the commentary was subpar, completing 18 of 29 passes for 195 yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions, but was sacked 5 times with a passer rating below 65.",
  "summary": "NFL legend Tom Brady is under fire after his harsh words on commentary for Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold. The reigning Super Bowl Champions have had a mixed start to the season, as their 32-29 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on October 11 has worsened the Seahawks’ record to 3-2 for the season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tom Brady harshly criticized Sam Darnold during FOX commentary.",
    "Fans question if Brady's dislike for Darnold is personal.",
    "Darnold's performance was subpar with 1 touchdown and 2 interceptions."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}