Al Michaels struggles during Patriots vs. Browns preseason broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:55 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit are providing commentary for the New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns' final preseason game on Prime Video. Michaels has faced criticism for struggling with player names and appeared unprepared, noted by a partially undone shirt. Fans took to social media to express their concerns and poke fun at Michaels’ apparent lack of enthusiasm for the game. The matchup showcases teams resting key starters, adding to the light atmosphere of the broadcast. Michaels will return to the microphone for the first regular-season game in Week 2.
- •Patriots and Browns face off in preseason finale on Prime Video.
- •Al Michaels struggles with player names and attire during broadcast.
- •Fans express concerns about Michaels' readiness and enthusiasm.
- •Match features teams resting key starters.
- •Michaels will resume broadcasting for the first regular-season game in Week 2.
- 12:55 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Sleepy Al Michaels on the Broadcast’ — NFL Fans React to Legendary Announcer’s Rough Preseason Outing
"The New England Patriots and the Cleveland Browns are getting their final preseason action underway on Prime Video with Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit on the call. Michaels didn’t have the best of starts, as he struggled with names and had some buttons undone on his shirt, which caught the attention of the NFL world.
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