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Jason Kelce Joins ESPN’s “Monday Night Countdown” After NFL Retirement
Former Philadelphia Eagles player, Jason Kelce, has embarked on a new career path following his retirement from the NFL. The 13-year veteran is set to join ESPN’s “Monday Night Countdown” as part of the network’s broadcasting team for the upcoming season. While ESPN has not made an official announcement regarding Kelce’s hiring, sources confirm that a deal is in the works.
Kelce’s transition to broadcasting comes after his participation in the NFL Broadcasting and Media Workshop, formerly known as the Broadcast Bootcamp. He has also made appearances on various NFL broadcasts, including a guest spot on Amazon’s “Thursday Night Football” in 2023.
In a statement last year, Kelce expressed his admiration for the art of live broadcasting, acknowledging the challenges of delivering insightful and meaningful commentary in real-time. “This is all new territory for me,” Kelce remarked. “I have even more respect for it now. It’s very hard to do something live, reactive to stimulus that just happened and have something clever and meaningful to say.”
Expanding His Reach Through Podcasting
Aside from his broadcasting duties, Kelce is expected to continue producing content through his “New Heights” podcast, which he co-hosts with his brother, Travis Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. Travis Kelce recently signed a two-year contract extension with the Chiefs, solidifying his presence in the NFL.
It’s worth noting that CBS also made headlines with its recent broadcasting changes. Matt Ryan, who retired from professional football last week after playing for the Atlanta Falcons and Indianapolis Colts, will be joining “The NFL Today” show. Ryan had previously split his time between studio analysis and game commentary.
Furthermore, CBS announced the departure of long-time hosts Phil Simms and Boomer Esiason from “The NFL Today.” Simms, who joined CBS in 1998 as a lead game analyst, transitioned to a studio role in 2017. Esiason had been part of the show since 2002, contributing his insights and commentary to football broadcasts.
The Athletic was the first to report on Jason Kelce’s decision to pursue a broadcasting career with ESPN. Additional information from The Associated Press has been included in this report, shedding light on the evolving landscape of NFL broadcasting and media.
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