AI Image
Troy Aikman addresses reported rift with Joe Buck and says he is leaving ESPN
The Guardian • • general
Key Points:
- Troy Aikman, longtime Monday Night Football announcer, revealed his ESPN contract expires after the upcoming Super Bowl, making him a free agent and prompting him to consider his next career move.
- Aikman is in the final year of a five-year, $18 million-per-year deal with ESPN, while his broadcast partner Joe Buck recently signed a six-year, $100 million extension with the network.
- Reports indicate tension between Aikman and Buck over their contract situations, including a reported argument before a recent NFL game, which Aikman acknowledged but chose not to elaborate on.
- If Aikman departs ESPN, he may explore opportunities at other networks, streaming services, or potentially seek a front-office role with an NFL team.
- Aikman expressed optimism about finishing the current season and the Super Bowl broadcast before determining his future career path.
