Al Michaels makes Trump jokes during Thursday Night Football broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:41 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Al Michaels returned to the NFL broadcast booth on August 28 for Thursday Night Football, where he jokingly referenced President Donald Trump's recent order to change Lake Ontario’s name to "Lake America." During the preseason game between the Browns and Patriots, Michaels quipped about Lake Erie, suggesting uncertainty about the lake's namesake in light of Trump’s announcement. The comments went viral as fans reacted to his humor about the political situation while covering the game.
- •Al Michaels joked about Trump's name change for Lake Ontario.
- •The remarks were made during a Browns vs. Patriots preseason game.
- •Michaels told fans to "read the news" regarding current events.
- •The broadcast aired on August 28, marking Michaels' 2026 season debut.
- 1:41 PMYahoo Sports — Al Michaels has Donald Trump jokes in 'Thursday Night Football' return
"In his first NFL broadcast of the new season, Michaels joked to fans to "read the news."
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