The NFL is heading Down Under, and so is one of the hottest young voices in sports broadcasting. Noah Eagle, the fast-rising NBC Sports play-by-play man, is expected to handle the call for Netflix when the San Francisco 49ers take on the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on September 10, according to a report from Front Office Sports.
This game marks the first NFL regular-season contest ever played in Australia, and Netflix is putting its broadcast muscle behind it. Eagle, who has already called Christmas Day NFL games for the streaming giant, will be the lead announcer for this historic matchup. His color commentator for the game has not yet been announced.
The Rams-49ers clash will be the second game of the 2026 NFL season, following the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl rematch on NBC the night before. For Eagle, it's the latest—and biggest—step in a career that's been on a rocket ship trajectory.
The son of veteran broadcaster Ian Eagle, Noah started building his resume while still in college. He joined NBC Sports and quickly became the network's primary voice for Big Ten football and basketball after the conference moved to NBC. His polished delivery, energetic style, and deep preparation have earned him assignments across the sports landscape, from college football and basketball to the Olympics—both Summer and Winter—and track and field.
Beyond NBC, Eagle has expanded his presence by calling games for the Los Angeles Clippers and serving as one of the key voices for Netflix's NFL broadcasts. His ability to seamlessly shift between sports has made him a go-to play-by-play man for major events.
Netflix has been making aggressive moves in live sports, including a reported billion-dollar bid for the 2030 Men's World Cup. The streaming service is also keeping its studio crew consistent across all five NFL games it airs, signaling a long-term commitment to football.
Eagle's rapid ascent puts him in rarefied air among young broadcasters. He's been praised for balancing detailed analysis with enthusiasm and strong storytelling, and this Australian assignment will put him on a global stage. It's a far cry from his early days calling college games, but for those who've followed his career, it's no surprise.
The game is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, at a venue yet to be announced in Australia. With the 49ers and Rams both expected to be contenders, the matchup itself should deliver plenty of drama. And with Eagle behind the mic, the broadcast is sure to be as compelling as the action on the field.
