ESPN is reportedly interested in bringing Peyton Manning into the Monday Night Football booth to replace Troy Aikman starting in 2027, according to a report from Broncos Wire published on November 4, 2026. The network has not officially confirmed the plan, but sources indicate Manning is a top target for the lead analyst role alongside play-by-play announcer Joe Buck.
Manning, a two-time Super Bowl champion and five-time NFL MVP, has previous broadcasting experience with ESPN's "Peyton's Places" series and has been a frequent guest on various NFL studio shows. Aikman has served as the color commentator for Monday Night Football since 2022 after a long tenure with Fox Sports.
