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Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Dungy announced on social media that he will not appear on NBC’s “Football Night in America” next season.
Dungy, 70, spent the last 17 seasons with the pregame show and was on the field for NBC’s coverage of Super Bowl LX.
“I was informed by NBC that I would not be back with FNIA this fall, and that gave me time to think and also look to the future,” Dungy posted on X.
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Football Night in America analyst and former NFL player and coach Tony Dungy looks on before the game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland on November 2, 2025. (Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
“This is disappointing news, but I want to thank my NBC family for making the last 17 years so special. I will have lasting memories of my time there, especially with Rodney Harrison, who became a wonderful friend.”
The Athletic reported last month that Dungy would likely be a regular on the show, but that no final decisions had been made regarding the show. Dungy’s message to X on Friday morning confirmed his departure.
The Super Bowl champion’s coach said he’s unsure of his next steps.
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Former NFL coach Tony Dungy watches from the sidelines during an NFL 2025 game between the Atlanta Falcons and the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on October 19, 2025. (Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
“God has always led me in times like these, and while I’m not sure what the next step will be for me – whether it’s in football, in broadcasting or getting more involved in church and community action – I know that God has plans for my life and I can’t wait to see them unfold. And I’m reminded of one of my favorite verses in the Bible – Romans 8:28. “God works all things for his own good. who love the Lord.”
Dungy may not be the only change to the broadcast of “Football Night in America,” as his contract is not the only one to expire after Super Bowl LX, according to The Athletic’s report.
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Tony Dungy of the Indianapolis Colts reacts after his team gave up a first quarter touchdown to the Chicago Bears in Super Bowl XLI at Dolphin Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, February 4, 2007. (Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
Dungy played three seasons in the NFL as a defensive back, spending two with the Pittsburgh Steelers and one with the San Francisco 49ers. He then moved into coaching.
He coached the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for six seasons and the Colts for seven seasons, winning a Super Bowl with the Colts.
