NBC is reshuffling its 'Football Night in America' broadcast, with analyst Chris Simms no longer part of the program. This move follows the network's widely reported acquisition of former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin as a new analyst. The addition of Tomlin signals a significant overhaul of the popular NFL pregame show.
Simms confirmed his departure, noting that NBC has indeed altered its NFL pregame show with Tomlin's arrival. Tomlin, a Super Bowl-winning head coach, is set to join the broadcast team for NBC's Sunday night NFL coverage. This transition marks Tomlin's pivot to broadcasting after stepping down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in January.
Reports indicate that Tomlin will fill the vacant spot on the studio show, a position that appears to have opened up following Simms' exit. Tomlin is expected to work alongside host Maria Taylor, former Cowboys coach Jason Garrett, and Super Bowl champion Devin McCourty. The network has not officially commented on the personnel changes.
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The shakeup also coincides with the departure of another high-profile figure, Tony Dungy, from the 'SNF' show this offseason. Simms, son of legendary broadcaster Phil Simms, acknowledged the shift, framing it as a potentially beneficial discomfort for growth. The exact nature of the revamped show, including whether it will travel exclusively to game sites, remains subject to ongoing discussions and potential contract negotiations with talent like McCourty.
