Former NFL quarterback and current analyst Chris Simms has suggested that Peyton Manning would be a better choice than Greg Olsen to replace Troy Aikman on ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcast, according to a report from ClutchPoints.
Simms, who works for NBC Sports, made the comments during a recent appearance, arguing that Manning's extensive experience and football intellect would translate well to the booth. Aikman left the Monday Night Football role earlier this year to join ESPN's top broadcast team alongside Joe Buck.
Olsen, a former tight end for the Carolina Panthers, has been considered a leading candidate for the vacancy after his work as a color commentator for Fox Sports. However, Simms believes Manning's profile and knowledge of the game give him an edge.
Neither Manning nor Olsen has publicly commented on the speculation. ESPN has not announced a timeline for filling the position.
