Michaels Prime Time 40 Years
FILE - Sportscaster Al Michaels, left, gestures to his new, "Monday Night Football," announcing partner John Madden during the Television Critics Association Press Tour in Pasadena, Calif., July 17, 2002.
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The voice of prime time football: Al Michaels is still going strong at 40 years of calling NFL games
Al Michaels has reached a remarkable milestone in his broadcasting career, marking 40 years as the play-by-play announcer for the NFL’s primetime games. This season, his Christmas night game will be his 779th NFL broadcast. Michaels began his career with ABC’s “Monday Night Football” in 1986, and later moved to NBC for “Sunday Night Football.” He is now in his fourth season with Prime Video’s “Thursday Night Football.” Michaels, who turned 81 in November, shows no signs of slowing down. His passion and excitement for big games remain strong, making him a legendary figure in sports broadcasting.
