Terry Bradshaw signs contract extension with Fox Sports amid fan backlash

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Terry Bradshaw signs contract extension with Fox Sports amid fan backlash
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Terry Bradshaw confirmed a multi-year contract extension with Fox Sports, keeping him on the 'Fox NFL Sunday' desk through early 2029. The announcement follows his expression of desire to remain relevant in broadcasting, although reactions from NFL fans suggest skepticism regarding his connection to the audience. Bradshaw, who turns 80 during the extension period, shared that he recently felt nervous about the contract process for the first time in his career. While he is set to continue alongside Howie Long and Michael Strahan, some fans are calling for younger talent to take his place. Fox has options for future programming, potentially including prominent younger figures in football broadcasting.

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  • •Bradshaw signed to stay on Fox NFL Sunday through early 2029.
  • •Fans express mixed feelings about his continued presence on the show.
  • •Bradshaw mentioned feeling nervous during the contract process.
  • •The extension keeps him alongside Howie Long and Michael Strahan.
  • •Fox has younger options like Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski for future programming.
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  • 4:29 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Time To Retire,’ ‘He Hasn’t Been Relevant in Years’ — NFL Fans Push Back As Terry Bradshaw Delivers an Update on Contract Status With FOX
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Terry Bradshaw isn’t ready to leave the “Fox NFL Sunday” desk, and he has a new contract to prove it. But while the Hall of Fame quarterback wants to keep doing the job he loves, some NFL fans aren’t convinced he should stay.

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