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Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Dungy announced on social media that he will not be a part of NBC’s “Football Night in America” next season.
Dungy, 70, spent the past 17 seasons with the pregame show and was on the field for NBC’s coverage of Super Bowl LX.
“I have been informed by NBC that I will not be back with FNIA this fall, and this has given me time to reflect and also to look forward,” Dungy wrote to X.
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Football Night in America analyst and former NFL player and coach Tony Dungy looks on prior to 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 past 17 years so special. I will have lasting memories of my time there, especially with Rodney Harrison, who has become a great friend.”
The Athletic reported last month that Dungy would likely be out as a regular on the show, but that no final decision had been made on the show. Dungy’s post to X on Friday morning confirmed his departure.
The Super Bowl champion coach said he is unsure what his next step will be.
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Former NFL coach Tony Dungy looks on from the sidelines during a 2025 NFL game between the Atlanta Falcons and the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Oct. 19, 2025. (Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
“God has always guided me in these moments, and while I’m not sure what the next step will be for me—whether it’s in soccer, broadcasting, or becoming more involved in church and community outreach—I know God has plans for my life, and I can’t wait to see them unfold. And I’m reminded of one of my favorite Bible verses—all the things that love “God 8, who loves the things that are good for The Romans.” Lord.”
Dungy might not be the only change to “Football Night in America’s” broadcast, as his contract wasn’t 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 gives up a first quarter touchdown to the Chicago Bears in Super Bowl XLI at Dolphin Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on 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 switched to coaching.
He coached the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for six seasons and the Colts for seven seasons, winning a Super Bowl with the Colts.
