Terry Bradshaw has long been a beloved figure in NFL circles. But his on-air commentary has started to show repetitive cracks. Remember when he confidently predicted Tua Tagovailoa would thrive in Lambeau Field’s freezing cold? It wasn’t just wrong; it was spectacularly off the mark. FOX showed stats moments later proving Tua’s poor record in cold temps, leaving Bradshaw red-faced and co-host Michael Strahan baffled. That was only one in a series of on-air stumbles that have made viewers cringe.

Then came the infamous “Zach Cabernet” moment. Yes, Bradshaw called running back Zach Charbonnet by a fancy wine name. His bungled pronunciations and awkward live moments are piling up. Fans didn’t hold back, tweeting calls for him to step down. It’s clear Bradshaw’s age and declining sharpness are becoming a liability on FOX NFL Sunday. Because he has done it AGAIN!!!

On the NFL on FOX broadcast recapping the Rams vs. Titans game, Terry Bradshaw struggled to pronounce Elic Ayomanor’s name. The others had to help him say it correctly. But that’s not it; he was also overheard telling his fellow crewmates to “keep the mics on.” The on-air chaos reignited calls for Fox to fire Bradshaw well before his contract ends in two years.

But Terry Bradshaw has two more years left on his contract. He even joked about the panel’s age shift after Jimmy Johnson’s retirement and Rob Gronkowski replacing him, saying, “You know Jimmy’s not with us anymore. He’s retired, and Gronk’s in his stead. So what that means is with the age difference, we’re saving about 60 years, so this group has all of a sudden gotten younger.” He basically wanted to point out his retirement timeline. As he added, “That gives me another two years.”

He has a remarkable grasp on analysing the games, no doubt. But how can we ignore his on-air fumbles? In October, he was caught reading from the wrong teleprompter, confusing Nick Chubb and Deshaun Watson’s names during a halftime segment. “Nick Chubb is back from his knee injury suffered in week two of last year, but it’s Deshaun – whoops, wrong one.” Then, in December, he wrongly called the halftime score of a 49ers–Bears game as “21-0, all 49ers,” when it was actually 24-0, prematurely declaring the game’s outcome. Curt Menefee had to quickly step in to correct him and save face.

Bradshaw’s opinions often flip-flop, too. He publicly questioned Steelers coach Mike Tomlin’s decision to start Russell Wilson over Justin Fields. After Fields went on a winning streak, Bradshaw admitted he was wrong and praised Tomlin’s call. While his humor still clicks, the mounting mistakes make his antics feel less charming and more frustrating. FOX faces a clear choice: keep the NFL icon or bring in fresh voices to protect the broadcast’s credibility. Because the fans have had enough.

Growing fan frustration with Terry Bradshaw

Fans have reacted sharply to Bradshaw’s recent slip-ups. One tweeted bluntly, “Bro needs to retire.” Such retirement calls have been going on for a long time. Recently, Terry had a slip-up hosting the 157th Belmont Stakes. As another wrote, “We have reached the point where the NFL needs to step in and tell FOX that they can’t have Terry Bradshaw doing the highlights anymore. It’s not good for the product. Every time he does the highlights, it’s a disaster.” That sums up the widespread feeling, even among longtime supporters.

Others showed respect but firmly called for change. “I loved Terry’s work over the years, but it’s time,” one said. The acknowledgment of Bradshaw’s contribution is real: four-time Super Bowl champ, NFL legend, and FOX veteran, but the consensus is clear. Bradshaw’s delivery is now overshadowed by his mistakes, disrupting broadcasts that fans want to enjoy. “It’s been past time to Old Yeller Terry Bradshaw…it’s a tough listen,” echoed another fan, sealing the

In the end, Terry Bradshaw’s legacy stands tall, but his days as FOX’s vocal mainstay may be numbered. Whether FOX decides to let him finish out the contract or fast-track a transition, the fans have spoken loud and clear: they want a new era of NFL coverage, free from the mistakes and confusion Bradshaw’s recent broadcasts have brought.