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Al Michaels Returns for 2026 NFL Season at 81

1/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Al Michaels, the longtime National Football League (NFL) play-by-play announcer, will return for the 2026 season on Amazon Prime Video's Thursday Night Football.
He is 81 and says he will continue, satisfied with his performance.
Michaels has a 50-year career with significant tenures at ABC and NBC.
Michaels will call the Wild Card game between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Super Bowl, held on January 15, 1967, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, marked a significant moment in American sports history. The Green Bay Packers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10, showcasing the NFL's dominance over the rival AFL. This event laid the foundation for the NFL's growth, leading to its current status as the most popular sports league in the U.S.

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Story summary

Al Michaels, the longtime National Football League (NFL) play-by-play announcer, will return for the 2026 season on Amazon Prime Video's Thursday Night Football.
He is 81 and says he will continue, satisfied with his performance.
Michaels has a 50-year career with significant tenures at ABC and NBC.
Michaels will call the Wild Card game between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears.

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