Troy Aikman seems to confirm he'll be leaving ESPN
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Troy Aikman hinted at his potential departure from ESPN/ABC after the 2026 season, describing himself as a "free agent" once his contract ends following Super Bowl LXI.
- Aikman addressed recent reports of tension and a possible argument with longtime broadcast partner Joe Buck but chose not to elaborate, suggesting a time and place for such discussions.
- Despite Buck signing a new five-year deal, Aikman's comments indicate a shift from a wait-and-see approach to a more definitive stance on moving on from Monday Night Football.
- The situation gains significance as ESPN prepares to televise its first-ever Super Bowl, making the Buck-Aikman dynamic a key storyline for the remainder of the 2026 season.
