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Al Michaels provides play-by-play for lunar eclipse during NFL game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:40 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Al Michaels provides play-by-play for lunar eclipse during NFL game

Summary

During Thursday night’s NFL preseason game between the New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field, Al Michaels provided commentary on a partial lunar eclipse. As the game was nearing its conclusion, Michaels transitioned from sports commentary to astronomy, noting the distinct features of the eclipse. Alongside color commentator Kirk Herbstreit, he humorously referenced the late college football announcer Keith Jackson while explaining the phenomenon. It marks a unique moment blending sports broadcasting with live astronomical commentary.

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•Al Michaels called a partial lunar eclipse live during a preseason game.
•Michaels humorously referenced Keith Jackson during the commentary.
•The game was between the New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns.
•This event occurred on August 28, 2026, at Huntington Bank Field.

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1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Al Michaels gives play-by-play of partial lunar eclipse

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Legendary play-by-play announcer Al Michaels has been known for calling a remarkable number of special moments in sports. And on Thursday night, he also showed off his ability to call special moments in astronomy. Michaels had the Amazon Prime Video play-by-play duties alongside color commentator Kirk Herbstreit for Thursday night’s NFL preseason game between the…
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