Aikman set to leave ESPN after Super Bowl this season

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 15:50 · Archive

Troy Aikman's contract as ESPN analyst expires after the Super Bowl in February, with no contract negotiations underway.

Troy Aikman's $18 million annual contract with ESPN as an analyst expires after the Super Bowl in February. Aikman confirmed in a radio interview that he expects to be a free agent at that point, with no contract negotiations currently underway with ESPN.

Aikman and Joe Buck have been broadcasting together for 25 years, first at Fox and then at ESPN since 2022. Buck recently signed a new six-year extension worth roughly $100-$108 million with ESPN. According to Fox News, industry speculation suggests Buck may have wanted a new broadcast partner, though sources close to Buck have denied this claim.

The New York Post reports that Aikman's advisory role with the Miami Dolphins, which began last offseason, also lacks a formal ongoing agreement. Aikman served as a consultant to Dolphins owner Stephen Ross during recent management hirings. Front Office Sports reported tension between Aikman and Buck over their respective contract situations, with the two having an argument before a recent Monday night game, though Aikman said such matters would need to be discussed at a better time.

How it is being reported

• Uncertainty hangs over Troy Aikman’s job with Dolphins as possible ESPN split loomsTroy Aikman faces uncertainty with ESPN and the Dolphins as his analyst contract expires after the Super Bowl.New York Post · 17 Oct, 15:34
• ESPN allowing Troy Aikman to walk away from Joe Buck booth would make no sense | Bobby BurackTroy Aikman says ESPN has not engaged in contract negotiations with him, suggesting his departure from Monday Night Football appears most likely.Fox News · 16 Oct, 23:00

In this story: Troy Aikman · Joe Buck · ESPN · Miami Dolphins · Stephen Ross

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