Joe Buck comments on his role in Monday Night Football ratings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Joe Buck, a prominent NFL play-by-play announcer, discussed his perceived influence on Monday Night Football ratings during a recent interview on 'Pardon My Take.' Buck acknowledged that he occasionally checks ratings but doesn't believe he significantly impacts them. He emphasized his commitment to entertaining viewers and satisfying his bosses at ESPN. Buck and Troy Aikman have been credited with revitalizing the Monday Night Football experience after a previous identity crisis for the program. His remarks suggest a balance between modesty and recognition of their role in enhancing the broadcast's appeal.
- •Joe Buck discussed ratings during an interview on 'Pardon My Take.'
- •Buck believes he does not significantly influence ratings for NFL games.
- •He aims to keep ESPN executives satisfied with viewership figures.
- •Buck and Aikman's arrival revitalized Monday Night Football's programming.
- •Previous challenges included poor scheduling and unsuccessful broadcasting experiments.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Buck doesn’t think he influences ‘Monday Night Football’ ratings: ‘I am not delusional’
"Joe Buck is one of the most popular NFL play-by-play announcers, but that doesn’t mean he expects any football fans to tune in just for him. Buck joined Pardon My Take this week where he discussed writing the foreword for their newly released book. During the interview with Dan “Big Cat” Katz and PFT Commenter…
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