Brian Kelly joins CBS Sports as college football analyst starting August 29
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 7:46 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Brian Kelly will debut as a color commentator for CBS Sports on August 29, calling the Jacksonville State vs. North Dakota State game. Following his firing from LSU, where he posted a 34-14 record, Kelly will also serve as a studio analyst for "Inside College Football" each Tuesday. His coaching stint ended after a disappointing 5-3 start to the 2025 season, leading LSU to seek a new direction in its coaching staff. Kelly's role marks his first foray into broadcasting after being a head coach since the 1980s.
- •Kelly fired from LSU after 5-3 start in 2025 season
- •Will contribute as in-game and studio analyst for CBS
- •Debuts as commentator on August 29 for Week 0 games
- •Involvement with CBS follows NFL Draft coverage this spring
- •LSU had high expectations but experienced declining performance
- 7:46 PMYahoo Sports — Brian Kelly CBS Sports job, explained: What former college football coach will be doing in new broadcast role
"Brian Kelly will be behind the microphone in 2026 after last year's LSU firing.
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