Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has indicated he would be interested in taking over Troy Aikman's role at ESPN, according to a report from Awful Announcing. Brees, who currently works as an analyst for NBC's Notre Dame football coverage and previously served as a studio analyst for NBC's Football Night in America, responded "Of course!" when asked about the possibility of joining ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcast team.
Aikman has been ESPN's lead color commentator for Monday Night Football since 2022, partnering with play-by-play announcer Joe Buck. The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback signed a lucrative long-term contract with the network. Brees, a Super Bowl winner and NFL passing record holder, transitioned to broadcasting after retiring following the 2020 season.
No official vacancy exists at ESPN's top broadcast booth, and Aikman remains under contract. Brees' comments appear to reflect general career interest rather than any imminent opening.
