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Brady's 'Dog-Kicking' Comment Sparks Outrage, PETA Responds

9/23/2025

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Tom Brady's remark comparing helmet slamming to “kicking the dog” sparked outrage.
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) urged Brady to be mindful of his language and its impact.
Critics on social media questioned whether he endorsed dog-kicking, while others called it a figure of speech.
Brady's broadcast partner Kevin Burkhardt did not address the comment, fueling backlash.

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Tom Brady's remark comparing helmet slamming to “kicking the dog” sparked outrage.
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) urged Brady to be mindful of his language and its impact.
Critics on social media questioned whether he endorsed dog-kicking, while others called it a figure of speech.
Brady's broadcast partner Kevin Burkhardt did not address the comment, fueling backlash.