Aikman Jokes on NFL Return, Critiques NIL and Fox Exit

Troy Aikman, the Hall of Fame quarterback and ESPN NFL analyst, recently joked about a potential NFL comeback in a social media video showcasing a rigorous core workout, while opening up in an interview about his frustrations with college football's name, image and likeness system and the reasons behind his departure from Fox Sports after more than two decades.

The 58-year-old Aikman, who retired from the Dallas Cowboys in 2001 after a 12-year career that included three Super Bowl victories, posted the Instagram clip on Thursday. In it, he demonstrated an elevated plank variation using a dumbbell, transitioning between high and low positions to target the core, arms and shoulders. "Saw this core exercise and had to give it a try," Aikman captioned the video. "Just in case any other teams are looking for a retired QB." The post appeared to reference Philip Rivers' surprise return to the league, as the 44-year-old retired quarterback signed with the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad on Monday amid the team's injury woes at the position. Rivers, a close friend of Colts coach Shane Steichen, could see action as early as Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks, with starter Anthony...