As the 2026 Oscars afterparty drew a star-studded crowd, Joe Burrow turned heads by arriving alongside Alix Earle, who has recently been linked to Tom Brady. With the Fanatics Flag Football Classic approaching, the buzz carried over into the event’s exclusive draft, where team captains Jalen Hurts, Brady, Jayden Daniels, and Burrow selected their respective 12-player squads.
Amid the buildup, Brady didn’t pass up the opportunity to take a playful jab at Burrow, referencing his appearance with Earle and adding an extra layer of intrigue ahead of the matchup.
Tom Brady Roasts Joe Burrow As “Wildcat” Ahead Of Fanatics Showdown
Tom Brady appeared to take things a step further at the event, delivering a pointed jab at Joe Burrow. He remarked, “That’s what they called Joe the other night at those Oscar parties, ‘Wildcat’.” He followed it up with another quip, “At least he’s here, no fashion shows to attend to.”
Despite Brady’s attempts to stir some banter, Burrow seemed largely unfazed, casually keeping his hands in his pockets and smiling through the remarks without engaging.
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The moment comes shortly after Burrow’s appearance at the Oscars afterparty, where he arrived alongside Tate McRae, Stassie Karanikolaou, and Alix Earle. While speculation continues around his connection with Earle, Burrow has yet to publicly address his relationship status, leaving fans waiting to see if he’ll speak on it in the future.
Tom Brady Stirs Another Controversy To Hype Fanatics Flag Football Classic
While Tom Brady didn’t get much of a reaction from Joe Burrow, he has certainly managed to draw one from Logan Paul.
For weeks, Brady has taken aim at WWE, repeatedly mocking its brand of entertainment as “cute and scripted.” He has also issued warnings to Paul about the level of athleticism and professionalism he’ll be up against in the upcoming matchup.
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On the other side, Paul appears more than ready for the challenge, actively building hype through social media, podcast appearances, and face-to-face confrontations with the NFL legend.
With tensions continuing to rise, all that remains to be seen is whether the buildup and trash talk will ultimately live up to the moment.
