Ross Tucker is getting a big promotion at CBS Sports, and the NFL world is buzzing with congratulations.
According to The Athletic's Andrew Marchand, Tucker will join Ian Eagle as the color commentator on CBS's No. 2 NFL broadcast team this fall. He replaces J.J. Watt, who moves up to the top crew alongside Jim Nantz after Tony Romo was placed on leave following a DUI arrest. It's a major step up for Tucker, a former offensive lineman who has spent years grinding in the broadcast trenches.
Tucker has called NFL games with Tom McCarthy and covered college football for CBS Sports Network. He also handles radio duties for Thursday Night Football on Westwood One, calls Philadelphia Eagles preseason games locally, and hosts his own podcast on the DraftKings Network. Now, he'll be analyzing some of the biggest games of the NFL season in a prime CBS slot.
Fans and peers applaud the move
News of Tucker's promotion sparked an outpouring of support on social media. Good Morning Football host Kyle Brandt was quick to celebrate, writing, "Huge. Yes. Ross has worked for 20 years to earn this. No one loves football more than he does. Great decision by CBS."
NBC Sports Boston's Robert Snyder echoed the sentiment: "Good for Ross. He does a great job and deserves it."
Fans were just as enthusiastic. One wrote, "BY FAR the best offseason news my feed has fed me. Couldn't happen to a more deserving guy, go get 'em." Another simply said, "Congrats. Well deserved."
Matthew Jussim added, "Ross is excellent. Looking forward to hearing him work with Ian in those games." And one fan shared a personal connection: "Incredible news. I've been a huge fan of his since the ESPN NFL podcast days with MDub. I call beers daddy sodas because of him. Great move to elevate him."
Tucker's rise is a testament to his dedication and passion for the game. He's been a fixture in football media for two decades, earning respect from peers and listeners alike. His new role alongside Eagle promises to bring a fresh, insightful voice to CBS's NFL coverage.
This promotion also comes at a time when networks are shuffling their broadcast teams. For more on recent changes in sports media, check out Mark Jones's departure from ESPN and the upcoming analyst promotions at ESPN. And for a lighter note, see how the White Sox are planning a pope-themed promotion.
With the NFL season approaching, fans can look forward to hearing Tucker's insights on the biggest games. It's a well-earned moment in the spotlight for one of football's hardest-working broadcasters.
