Al Michaels faces backlash for low energy during Broncos-Seahawks broadcast

During the NFL's Thursday Night Football game between the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks, Al Michaels received criticism from fans for his lack of enthusiasm in the broadcast. Viewers noted that his commentary felt dull, particularly during significant moments like a fumble and a touchdown. Despite the action on the field, opinions on Michaels continued to trend toward replacement discussions, highlighting the desire for more energetic commentators. At the time of this writing, the Broncos' defense was performing strongly against the Seahawks’ offense.

• 2:56 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Gotta Be the Worst Announcer in Sports,’ ‘Needs To Retire’ — NFL Fans Take Issue With Al Michaels’ Lack of ‘Enthusiasm’ During Broncos-Seahawks