NBC sportscaster Mike Tirico was absent from the Sunday Night Football broadcast due to a health issue, prompting reactions from viewers. The veteran play-by-play announcer, who has been a fixture on prime-time NFL coverage, was reportedly sidelined for the November 9, 2026 game. TV Insider's Saleah Blancaflor reported on fan responses to Tirico's unexpected absence from the broadcast booth.
Mike Tirico Sidelined from Sunday Night Football Due to Health Issue
