ESPN announces broadcast teams for 2026 college football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
ESPN has revealed the broadcast teams for the upcoming 2026 college football season. Chris Fowler will continue as the primary play-by-play announcer, alongside color analyst Kirk Herbstreit and sideline reporter Holly Rowe, who have been together for six seasons. The network will also feature Sean McDonough, Greg McElroy, and Katie George in important games. Joe Tessitore and Jesse Palmer are entering their fourth year together, with Kris Budden covering sidelines for their contests. New commentary teams will include Jay Alter, Tom Luginbill, and Lauren Sisler, broadening the coverage for fans this season.
- •Chris Fowler, Kirk Herbstreit, and Holly Rowe return for their seventh season together.
- •Sean McDonough and Greg McElroy will also pair for significant games.
- •Joe Tessitore and Jesse Palmer continue their collaboration on broadcasts.
- •New commentator trio includes Jay Alter, Tom Luginbill, and Lauren Sisler.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN reveals broadcast teams for 2026 college football season
"Fans now know which voices and faces they can expect to see in the booth this season.
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