Mike Greenberg to Host ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown" for 40th Season
- Mike Greenberg will be the new host of ESPN's 'Sunday NFL Countdown' show.
- He will take over as the fourth host in the show's history when it starts its 40th season on Sept. 8.
- Greenberg is known for his work as a television anchor, television show host, and radio host.
Bristol, Conn. — ESPN has announced that Mike Greenberg will take the helm as the host of "Sunday NFL Countdown" when the show kicks off its 40th season on September 8. Greenberg, a prominent figure at ESPN, becomes the fourth host in the program's history, following Bob Ley, Chris Berman, and Samantha Ponder. The transition comes after ESPN made significant cost-cutting decisions, which included buying out the contracts of Ponder and college football analyst Robert Griffin III. Ponder had been with the show since 2017, while Griffin III was a recent addition to the "Monday Night Countdown" lineup. Greenberg, who has been a familiar face in sports broadcasting, has previously hosted the NFL draft coverage and is also known for his roles in "NBA Countdown" and the morning show "Get Up." In addition to Greenberg's new role, several analysts will return to "Sunday NFL Countdown," including Tedy Bruschi, Rex Ryan, Randy Moss, Alex Smith, and Adam Schefter. The show, which originally debuted in 1985 as "NFL GameDay," has evolved over the years and remains a staple of ESPN's NFL programming. As the network prepares for the upcoming season, Greenberg's appointment signals a new chapter for the long-running show, promising to bring his extensive experience and engaging style to the NFL audience.