The NFL broadcasting landscape is shifting, and NBC is making some bold moves ahead of the 2026 season. After a major reshuffling of its “Sunday Night Football” team, the network has finally clarified the fate of one familiar face: Jac Collinsworth.
Collinsworth, who had been part of the “Sunday Night Football” pregame and postgame coverage, was removed from the main broadcast lineup alongside analyst Tony Dungy. But NBC isn't cutting ties entirely. The network announced that Collinsworth will now helm a new streaming-exclusive show on Peacock, keeping him firmly in the NFL conversation.
A New Home on Peacock
According to NBC's official announcement, Collinsworth will serve as the host of “Peacock Sunday Night Football Final,” a post-game show that will stream exclusively on Peacock after every “Sunday Night Football” game during the 2026 season. He'll be joined by former NFL stars Devin McCourty and Jason Garrett, bringing instant reaction, highlights, and player interviews straight from the game site.
The show promises to deliver a comprehensive wrap-up, with contributions from the “Football Night in America” studio crew and injury updates from Mike Florio. It's a significant role that keeps Collinsworth in the spotlight, even if he's no longer on the main broadcast.
This move comes as NBC continues to expand its digital offerings, and it mirrors similar shifts across the sports media landscape. The network is clearly betting on Peacock as a key platform for exclusive content, and Collinsworth's new gig is a testament to that strategy.
What Else Is Changing?
The shakeup doesn't stop there. NBC also unveiled plans for its season preview show, “NFL Kickoff Spotlight,” set to air on Friday, Sept. 11 at 9 p.m. ET on both NBC and Peacock. The hour-long special will feature analysts Mike Tomlin, Jason Garrett, and Devin McCourty alongside host Maria Taylor, offering a deep dive into the upcoming season with exclusive training camp footage and mic'd-up sound from players and coaches across all 32 teams.
The first “Sunday Night Football” matchup of the 2026 season will be a marquee showdown between the New York Giants and the Dallas Cowboys, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting year.
For fans of Collinsworth, this news is a relief. While he may not be on the main broadcast, his presence on Peacock ensures he remains a key voice in NBC's NFL coverage. It's a smart move by the network to retain talent while evolving its programming.
As the NFL season approaches, all eyes will be on how these changes resonate with viewers. The broadcasting world is constantly evolving, and NBC is clearly committed to staying ahead of the curve.
