Jason Kelce’s transition to the broadcast booth is now official, with ESPN announcing on Tuesday that the former Philadelphia Eagles center will be joining their team for the 2024 NFL season.
Kelce’s role will see him become a part of ESPN’s “Monday Night Countdown” pregame show, adding his insights and expertise to the network’s coverage.
Speculation about Kelce’s move to broadcasting had been circulating for some time, with reports emerging as early as April regarding a potential deal.
Kelce’s arrival at ESPN is likely to bring a fresh perspective to the network’s football coverage, drawing on his wealth of experience and knowledge gained from his successful tenure in the NFL.
As he transitions from the gridiron to the studio, fans can anticipate seeing Kelce’s distinctive personality and insights enhancing ESPN’s football programming.
“Turns out, it was a short retirement!” Kelce said in a statement. “I’m excited to join ESPN, and particularly the ‘Monday Night Countdown’ team. ESPN was a consistent presence in our household growing up and the network helped shape who I am and my love of all sports. To now appear on that same screen is a full circle moment. And, I mean it’s freaking ‘Monday Night Football!’ and I’m ready for some football.”
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With Kelce joining the Countdown crew that means somebody is out.
It seems that person is Robert Griffin III who is well-known for his very active social media presence and penchant for creating a bit of controversy at times.
ESPN has confirmed that RGIII will maintain his association with the network, fulfilling roles such as game commentary and studio analysis.
However, his tenure specifically on Monday nights during the NFL season has drawn to a close.
Griffin’s stint on Monday Night Countdown spanned two years, encompassing the 2022 and 2023 NFL seasons.
