PITTSBURGH, PA — A former Steelers player and assistant coach is out after nearly two decades as part of an NFL coverage team.
Tony Dungy confirmed via social media on Thursday that he will not return to the NBC “Football Night In America” crew.
“I have been informed by NBC that I won’t be back with FNIA this fall and it has given me time to reflect and also to look ahead,’ Dungy stated in an X post.
“It’s disappointing news but I want to thank my NBC family for making the last 17 years so special. I’ll have lasting memories of my time there, especially with Rodney Harrison who has become a tremendous friend.
“God has always directed me in these moments and while I’m not sure what the next step will be for me – whether it will be in football, in broadcasting, or getting more involved in church and community outreach –
“I know God has plans for my life and I can’t wait (to) see them unfold.”
Dungy, 70, played three seasons in the NFL. In 1978, he intercepted six passes in helping lead the Steelers to a victory in Super Bowl XIII.
He served as Steelers defensive backs coach from 1981-83 and then defensive coordinator from 1984-88.
He also was an assistant with the Minnesota Vikings and Kansas City Chiefs before serving as the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Indianapolis Colts.