AceShowbiz - During the Buccaneers versus Philadelphia Eagles game on September 29, Tom Brady addressed Mayfield's claim that his tenure as quarterback made teammates feel "stressed out."

"I thought stressful was not having Super Bowl rings," Brady said. "There was a mindset of a champion that I took to work every day.... This wasn't daycare. If I wanted to have fun, I was going to go to Disneyland with my kids."

Brady emphasized the importance of pushing teammates outside their comfort zones and raising expectations. He pointed to former teammates like Rob Gronkowski as examples of those who embrace this approach. "We gotta make sure we go out there and deliver," Brady continued.

Mayfield's comments came during an appearance on the "Casa de Klub" podcast, where he suggested that Brady's high-strung environment "stressed out" players. He claimed he was brought in to make football "fun" again.

Brady, who won seven Super Bowls during his illustrious career, including one with Tampa Bay in 2021, took a brief exit from the NFL in 2022 before retiring in 2023. He recently returned as a commentator for Fox Sports after signing a $375 million contract.

Despite mixed reviews for his debut, Brady expressed excitement for the role, saying he felt like he was "doing what I should be doing."

Brady's comments on Sunday suggest that his competitive spirit remains strong, a trait that has defined his legendary career. Mayfield's comments, while not specifically directed at Brady, highlight the different approaches to leadership that exist in the NFL. Brady, with his unwavering pursuit of success, has demonstrated that his demanding nature can lead to championship victories.