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The 2026 NFL announcing assignments are set for Fox, and that means Tom Brady is close to returning to television for another football season.
Sports media can change in an instant, which has been on display recently with CBS sidelining Tony Romo. However, it appears that Fox is keeping many of its successful announcing teams together for another year.
MORE: Steelers’ Mike McCarthy shares thoughts on Aaron Rodgers’ controversial comments
Fox revealed all the broadcasting assignments for the upcoming season Tuesday, including Brady and Kevin Burkhardt featuring as the lead group.
The former New England Patriots superstar is entering Year 3 of his monster contract with Fox after retiring from the NFL. Brady signed an astounding 10-year, $375 million deal with the broadcast giant to cover games.
MORE: ESPN sideline reporter Molly McGrath gets promotion for football season
Meanwhile, this is a closer look at what the rest of Fox’s coverage will look like for the 2026 NFL season.
Fox Sports announcer Kevin Burkhardt with Tom Brady on the field before Super Bowl LIX. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Fox enters its third season with Brady and Burkhardt leading the way with the network’s Game of the Week. The star duo continue to be joined by Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi as sideline reporters each week.
Meanwhile, Joe Davis and former NFL tight end Greg Olsen build on their partnership as the number two duo with the network. Olsen previously served as the lead color commentator alongside Burkhardt before being relegated to secondary games when Brady came in.
MORE: ESPN’s Adam Schefter confirmed as early investor in Underdog, prompting ethic questions
Week 1 of the NFL season features a solid slate of games for Fox, including Brady and Burkhardt on the call for an NFC East rivalry between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders.
Fox broadcaster Greg Olsen signs an autograph for a fan during NFL pregame warmups. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Credit: USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
1) Kevin Burkhardt, Tom Brady, Erin Andrews, Tom Rinaldi. (Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles)
2) Joe Davis, Greg Olsen, Pam Oliver. (Atlanta Falcons at Pittsburgh Steelers)
3) Adam Amin, Drew Brees, Kristina Pink. (Chicago Bears at Carolina Panthers)
4) Kenny Albert, Jonathan Vilma, Megan Olivi. (New Orleans Saints at Detroit Lions)
5) Kevin Kugler, Daryl Johnston, Allison Williams. (Cincinnati Bengals at Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
6) Chris Myers, Mark Schlereth, Jen Hale. (Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders)
Rules analysts: Mike Pereira and Dean Blandino.
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Sports media can change in an instant, which has been on display recently with CBS sidelining Tony Romo. However, it appears that Fox is keeping many of its successful announcing teams together for another year.
MORE: Steelers’ Mike McCarthy shares thoughts on Aaron Rodgers’ controversial comments
Fox revealed all the broadcasting assignments for the upcoming season Tuesday, including Brady and Kevin Burkhardt featuring as the lead group.
The former New England Patriots superstar is entering Year 3 of his monster contract with Fox after retiring from the NFL. Brady signed an astounding 10-year, $375 million deal with the broadcast giant to cover games.
MORE: ESPN sideline reporter Molly McGrath gets promotion for football season
Meanwhile, this is a closer look at what the rest of Fox’s coverage will look like for the 2026 NFL season.
2026 Fox NFL broadcast teams
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Fox Sports announcer Kevin Burkhardt with Tom Brady on the field before Super Bowl LIX. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Fox enters its third season with Brady and Burkhardt leading the way with the network’s Game of the Week. The star duo continue to be joined by Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi as sideline reporters each week.
Meanwhile, Joe Davis and former NFL tight end Greg Olsen build on their partnership as the number two duo with the network. Olsen previously served as the lead color commentator alongside Burkhardt before being relegated to secondary games when Brady came in.
MORE: ESPN’s Adam Schefter confirmed as early investor in Underdog, prompting ethic questions
Week 1 of the NFL season features a solid slate of games for Fox, including Brady and Burkhardt on the call for an NFC East rivalry between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders.
Full announcer pairings for Week 1
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Fox broadcaster Greg Olsen signs an autograph for a fan during NFL pregame warmups. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Credit: USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
1) Kevin Burkhardt, Tom Brady, Erin Andrews, Tom Rinaldi. (Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles)
2) Joe Davis, Greg Olsen, Pam Oliver. (Atlanta Falcons at Pittsburgh Steelers)
3) Adam Amin, Drew Brees, Kristina Pink. (Chicago Bears at Carolina Panthers)
4) Kenny Albert, Jonathan Vilma, Megan Olivi. (New Orleans Saints at Detroit Lions)
5) Kevin Kugler, Daryl Johnston, Allison Williams. (Cincinnati Bengals at Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
6) Chris Myers, Mark Schlereth, Jen Hale. (Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders)
Rules analysts: Mike Pereira and Dean Blandino.
— Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories with The Big Lead Newsletter —
Continue reading...
