Al Michaels reflects on future with Prime Video as NFL announcer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 3:38 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
Al Michaels, continuing his role as an NFL announcer for Prime Video, recently addressed his potential departure from the network during an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show. At 81, he acknowledged that he may soon step back, depending on either the network's decision or his own feelings about continuing. Having been with Thursday Night Football for five years, Michaels has expressed gratitude towards Amazon and indicated he would accept a transition graciously if the time comes. His influence on NFL broadcasts has been significant over his 41-year career.
- •Michaels has been with Prime Video for five years.
- •He values his time in broadcasting and acknowledges an eventual end.
- •Michaels discusses feelings about transitioning away from the role.
- •He reflects positively on his time working with Amazon.
- •Michaels has a storied history in NFL broadcasting spanning over 41 years.
- 3:38 AMYahoo Sports — Al Michaels won't complain if Prime Video wants to move on
"The legendary Al Michaels continues to call the biggest of NFL games, four decades after making his debut on Monday Night Football.
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