Seth Meyers recently shared a funny story about Peyton Manning wanting to add a last-minute Tom Brady joke to his Saturday Night Live monologue back in 2007. Manning, feeling confident after a Super Bowl win, approached Meyers with the idea, but Meyers was unsure about it. The joke was described as a “soft burn” that would have been mildly funny at best.
Although the rivalry between Manning and Brady has always been friendly, things took a wild turn at Netflix’s The Roast of Tom Brady. Manning attended the event, where Kim Kardashian was booed, Will Ferrell appeared as Ron Burgundy, and Brady faced some harsh jokes about his personal life. Even Brady got in a good jab at Manning during the roast.
Looking back at Manning’s SNL monologue, he did make a joke about Brady, but it was self-deprecating rather than aimed at his rival. The joke received mixed reactions from the audience, but Manning handled it with grace and humor.
Overall, the story highlights the playful banter between Manning and Brady, showcasing the good-natured rivalry between two football legends. Despite the competitive spirit on the field, off the field, they share a mutual respect and sense of humor.