Mike Tomlin can pick his TV landing spot, with Fox the favorite: Marchand
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Mike Tomlin, longtime Steelers head coach, is a highly sought-after candidate for NFL TV analyst roles, with major networks like Fox, ESPN, NBC, CBS, and Amazon Prime Video interested in recruiting him if he chooses to leave coaching.
- Fox is considered the frontrunner to hire Tomlin, as it seeks a replacement for Jimmy Johnson on "Fox NFL Sunday," a show traditionally featuring Hall of Famers or future Hall of Famers, a category Tomlin fits.
- Other networks are also preparing for changes: ESPN aims to boost its star power ahead of its first Super Bowl broadcast in 2027, NBC is planning studio team adjustments after its upcoming Super Bowl coverage, and Amazon has the financial capacity to offer Tomlin a lucrative
