The public sparring between former NFL quarterback Tom Brady and internet personality Logan Paul continued this week after Brady dismissed Paul’s athletic claims, calling them “cute” in a widely shared video clip and provoking a fresh response from Paul.

The exchange unfolded during a recent episode of Paul’s “Impaulsive” podcast and on social media, where both men publicly addressed each other’s athletic credentials ahead of the March 21 Fanatics Flag Football Classic in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event will feature Brady, Paul and other athletes competing in flag football.

Brady, a seven-time Super Bowl champion and one of the most decorated quarterbacks in NFL history, reacted to Paul’s comments comparing his own athleticism to that of elite NFL players. “You’re a good athlete, but these guys are on another level,” Brady told Paul during their podcast exchange. “No, you’re not the level. You’re a good athlete, but honestly, when I’m thinking of Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham, Justin Jefferson … it’s cute. I love WWE, it’s very cute, but honestly, this is like real football. This is real competition.”

Brady’s remarks centered on the difference between professional football talent and Paul’s background in entertainment and professional wrestling. In the clip shared online, Brady explained his perspective while referencing elite NFL athletes to illustrate his point.

Paul responded in kind, taking Brady’s “cute” comment and sharing it as fodder on his own social platforms. In a post on X, Paul juxtaposed footage of NFL action with highlights from his WWE performances and athletic clips, captioning the video “The NFL is cute @TomBrady.” The reel featured Paul highlighting his wrestling maneuvers and athletic feats alongside animation and effects.

During the original podcast exchange, Paul described himself as “the highest level” and “the level” of athlete, asserting confidence in his physical abilities. Brady countered by quoting his Super Bowl success and reiterating that the game they were discussing — professional flag football with NFL talent — represented “real competition.”

Brady also took to social media to clarify his view on the level of competition expected in the upcoming flag football event. In posts on X, Brady wrote that he hopes “people understand the level of competition this game is going to be,” adding that if someone is on his team “you’re going to be locked in, all out, and we’re going to not just win … but dominate.” He also said, “I do think @loganpaul has the right attitude and the effort will be there. How far that gets him will remain to be seen.”

Paul has not shied away from pushing back further, defending his athletic background that includes being an all-state high school linebacker and performances in the WWE, where he competes as a professional wrestler. Paul referenced those credentials when challenging Brady’s assessment, noting that many WWE athletes perform feats that would be uncommon in traditional football settings.

The rivalry has drawn attention on social platforms and in sports media, with fans debating whether the exchange is genuine animosity or a promotional tactic to stimulate interest in the March event. Some observers note that Logan Paul’s high-profile persona and media presence make him a natural target for both criticism and engagement.

Brady, meanwhile, has kept his focus on the sport and highlighted the difference between entertainment athletics and professional football pedigree. His repeated use of the term “cute” to describe Paul’s comparisons has become a rallying point in the back-and-forth, drawing significant social media interaction.

As both men prepare for the upcoming flag football event, the public discourse reinforces their contrasting backgrounds — one rooted in sustained success at the highest level of the NFL and the other in internet fame and professional wrestling. Whether the feud evolves further or fades after the March competition remains to be seen, but the current exchange has already generated buzz beyond routine event promotion.

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