Matthew Berry unlikely to return to 'Football Night in America'
Awful Announcing • • sports
Key Points:
- Matthew Berry, who joined NBC in 2022 after 15 years at ESPN, is unlikely to return to Football Night in America next season amid a significant reshaping of the show.
- Berry's multi-platform role at NBC included contributions to Football Night in America, fantasy football shows on Peacock, and a partnership with NBC’s Rotoworld, but discussions about his future are ongoing.
- Recent departures from Football Night in America include Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Jac Collinsworth, as NBC plans a streamlined, on-location set with new talent like Mike Tomlin joining the studio show.
- Berry’s contract with NBC has not expired, and while he may return in some capacity, any new role would likely be reduced and not involve weekly appearances on Football Night in America.
- With growing demand for sports betting and fantasy football content and the NFL’s media rights spread across multiple platforms, Berry is expected to have various opportunities for the next season.
