ESPN prepares new NFL broadcast teams with Pasch and Wischusen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

ESPN is finalizing its No. 2 NFL broadcast teams for the upcoming season. Reports indicate that Dave Pasch will join Kurt Warner, while Bob Wischusen is set to partner with Louis Riddick. This move comes as ESPN seeks to revamp its coverage and adjust for international broadcast commitments that conflict with Chris Fowler's college football duties. Jason Kelce's potential role remains uncertain, with reports stating his involvement is still being defined. The changes aim to enhance ESPN's NFL coverage as it expands its game offerings beyond Monday Night Football.
- •Dave Pasch pairs with Kurt Warner for NFL broadcasts.
- •Bob Wischusen teams up with Louis Riddick this season.
- •Jason Kelce's role in the broadcasts is still uncertain.
- •Molly McGrath becomes the sole sideline reporter for NFL.
- •The changes respond to the network's expanded game schedule.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN reportedly close to setting new NFL Network broadcast booth partnerships
"New details have emerged on ESPN’s rebuilt No. 2 NFL broadcast team. According to Front Office Sports, Dave Pasch is expected to pair with Kurt Warner, while Bob Wischusen will work alongside his college football partner, Louis Riddick, splitting the network’s expanded slate of non-Monday Night Football games this season. Jason Kelce’s involvement remains “fluid,”…
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