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Al Michaels criticized for unenthusiastic call during Falcons-Packers matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 2:28 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Al Michaels criticized for unenthusiastic call during Falcons-Packers matchup

Summary

During the Week 3 Thursday Night Football broadcast of the Atlanta Falcons vs. Green Bay Packers, announcer Al Michaels faced backlash from viewers. Falcons running back Bijan Robinson displayed explosive plays, including a 55-yard run, but Michaels' commentary was deemed lacking in excitement. The Falcons, now starting Michael Penix Jr. as quarterback, took a 17-7 lead into halftime and showed improved offensive performance compared to previous weeks. Fans took to social media to express dissatisfaction with Michaels’ delivery, leading to calls for change in the announcing team.

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By the Numbers

•Falcons lead Packers 17-7 at halftime of Week 3
•Bijan Robinson notches 111 rushing yards and a touchdown
•Michael Penix Jr. starts for the first time this season
•Viewers criticize Al Michaels for lacking enthusiasm

Latest Updates

2:28 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Energy of Eeyore on Xanax,’ ‘So Unenthusiastic’ — NFL Fans Call Out Al Michaels for ‘Sleepwalking Through’ Bijan Robinson’s Electric Plays on TNF

What they're saying

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After being absent from the Week 1 broadcasts, Amazon Prime made its 2026 season debut in Week 2, calling the rest of the Thursday Night matchups, aside from Thanksgiving, for the rest of the season. However, fans have been quick to criticize announcer Al Michaels for a less-than-stellar performance in Week 3 of the season.
— Yahoo Sports

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