Tony Dungy said it was “disappointing news” to learn that he won’t be back as an analyst for NBC Sports’ “Sunday Night Football” for the 2026 NFL season.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame head coach, who completed his 17th season on “Football Night In America” in January, shared the news Thursday, weeks after a report said he was likely out.
“I have been informed by NBC that I won’t be back with ‘FNIA’ this fall and it has given me time to reflect and also to look ahead,” Dungy, 70, wrote in an X post, including a photo with Dan Patrick and Rodney Harrison.
“It’s disappointing news but I want to thank my NBC family for making the last 17 years so special. I’ll have lasting memories of my time there, especially with Rodney Harrison who has become a tremendous friend.
“God has always directed me in these moments and while I’m not sure what the next step will be for me — whether it will be in football, in broadcasting, or getting more involved in church and community outreach — I know God has plans for my life and I can’t wait see them unfold. And I am reminded of one of my favorite verses in the Bible-Romans 8:28. “God works all things for His good for those who love the Lord.”
Dungy confirmed his exit from “FNIA” after a report by The Athletic last month said the analyst was unlikely to be a part of NBC’s plans to revamp the program.
Some contracts for a number of NBC’s studio football analysts expired after Super Bowl 2026, per The Athletic.
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