Chris Simms 'hurt' as NBC takes him off 'Sunday Night Football'
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Chris Simms announced he is no longer part of NBC’s “Football Night In America” (FNIA) after serving as an analyst since 2017, citing the network's recent changes as the reason for his departure from the show.
- NBC is undergoing a major offseason makeover of FNIA, with former Colts and Buccaneers coach Tony Dungy and fantasy expert Matthew Berry also exiting, and the roles of Rodney Harrison and Jac Collinsworth reportedly uncertain.
- The network recently hired legendary Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, who made his NBC debut and will travel to Sunday night games with the FNIA crew, shifting the show’s location from the Connecticut studio to various venues.
- Despite leaving FNIA, Simms will continue his other NBC roles, including college football analyst, “PFT Live” co-host, and host of the “Chris Simms Unbuttoned” podcast.
- Mike Florio confirmed he remains with NBC and will travel with the Sunday night crew on select weeks, while Simms reflected on the emotional impact of leaving a show he loves.
