Tony Dungy to Exit NBC's Football Night in America After 2025

Tony Dungy, the Hall of Fame NFL coach who led the Indianapolis Colts to a Super Bowl victory, announced Thursday that he will not return to NBC's Football Night in America pregame show for the 2026 season.

The 70-year-old Dungy, who has been a staple on the Sunday night program since 2009, shared the news in a post on X, formerly Twitter. "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," he wrote. "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."

Dungy's departure comes amid reports that NBC is planning changes to the show, including more on-site broadcasts from stadiums and adjustments to its analyst lineup following the expiration of several contracts after Super Bowl LX in February. The network did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Dungy's future affiliation.

A former NFL player and coach, Dungy began his professional football career as a defensive back for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1977 to 1979, contributing to...