Mike Tirico to Miss Sunday Night Football Due to Health Concerns
NBC’s play-by-play announcer for “Sunday Night Football,” Mike Tirico, has announced he will not be covering the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Chicago Bears due to an unspecified health issue.
The 59-year-old Tirico did not elaborate on the nature of his health problem. However, he expressed his disappointment in a statement released by NBC Sports, stating, “Unfortunately, I will have to miss tonight’s game in Chicago due to a health issue. I look forward to watching tonight and can’t wait to be back with Chris, Melissa, and the rest of our SNF team next Sunday night in Cincinnati.”
Noah Eagle to Step In
Noah Eagle will take over the play-by-play duties for tonight’s game, joined by Cris Collinsworth and Melissa Stark.
Chris Collinsworth and Mike Tirico on the field before announcing a game between the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium on Oct. 5, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York. (Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images)
Tirico’s Health Background
While Tirico has not been publicly known to have any serious chronic health conditions, he does have a history that includes a severe nut allergy and a torn Achilles injury he suffered during a “Sunday Night Football” broadcast in November 2024. His quick comeback after one game implies the current health issue may not be critical.
Broadcasting Career and Future Plans
Since taking over as the play-by-play voice for “Sunday Night Football” in the 2022 season, Tirico has established himself in this role, marking his fifth season with the telecast this year.
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