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Troy Aikman appears distant from Joe Buck during MNF broadcast

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 3:45 PM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Troy Aikman appears distant from Joe Buck during MNF broadcast

Summary

During the October 26 broadcast of Monday Night Football, a clip featuring Troy Aikman and Joe Buck sparked viral speculation regarding tension between the two. In the segment, Aikman, who recently hinted at becoming a free agent, noticeably avoided eye contact with Buck while discussing the Philadelphia Eagles. Reports indicate that Buck extended his contract with ESPN without informing Aikman, leading to claims of betrayal. Despite the speculation, some fans suggested Aikman's demeanor might be affected by the recent death of a colleague, David Moulton. Aikman and Buck also paid tribute to Moulton during the broadcast.

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By the Numbers

•Aikman appeared disengaged while Buck spoke during the broadcast.
•Speculation arose from reports of contract disputes between the announcers.
•Aikman recently indicated his status as a potential free agent.
•Aikman and Buck honored colleague David Moulton during the show.
•Dallas Cowboys won the game featured on MNF, where Aikman broadcasted.

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3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Troy Aikman ‘Looks Like He Hates Joe Buck’ in Viral ‘Monday Night Football’ Clip Amid Contract Tensions

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A clip from Monday Night Football has gone viral amid reports of a behind-the-scenes tension between longtime broadcast partners Joe Buck and Troy Aikman. In a segment of the Monday, October 26, broadcast on ESPN, posted on X by MLF Football, the retired quarterback, 59, looked down or away for most of the time that […]
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