Jimmie Johnson joins TNT as NASCAR analyst starting June 28
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Jimmie Johnson will debut as a NASCAR analyst for TNT on June 28 during the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway. The seven-time Cup Series champion previously worked with NBC Sports after retiring from full-time competition in 2020. Alongside Johnson, ESPN’s Marty Smith will serve as a pre- and post-race host throughout the In-Season Challenge. TNT re-entered the NASCAR coverage arena last year, focusing on a five-race, single-elimination format. Johnson's upcoming coverage will extend to events at North Wilkesboro Speedway and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway later in July.
- •Johnson's TNT debut is June 28 during the Toyota/Save Mart 350.
- •He joins a studio team that includes Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte.
- •Coverage includes a five-race In-Season Challenge format
- •Johnson previously worked as a NASCAR analyst at NBC Sports.
- •TNT returned to NASCAR coverage last year after a hiatus.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Jimmie Johnson Joining TNT as NASCAR Analyst
"Johnson will make his TNT debut on June 28.
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