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NBC Plans Overhaul of 'Football Night in America,' With Tony Dungy Reported as Likely Out

Contract expirations have prompted NBC to consider a leaner, on-the-road pregame format.

Overview

  • The Athletic reports Dungy is likely out after 17 seasons, though the move is not finalized and NBC has declined comment.
  • A reduced or emeritus role for Dungy is being weighed, similar to past arrangements for Bob Costas and Al Michaels.
  • Plans under consideration include slimming the show’s large cast and potentially dropping the in-studio component to travel each week.
  • Many studio analyst contracts expired after Super Bowl LX, creating an opening for a broader reset of the pregame roster.
  • NBC has explored replacements, but top targets such as Mike Tomlin and Travis Kelce are reportedly reluctant or unavailable for a studio role.