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Troy Aikman Alleges ESPN Freezing Him Out
Troy Aikman claims ESPN is preparing to move on him after contract talks stalled.
In brief
Troy Aikman claims ESPN is preparing to move on him after contract talks stalled. Troy Aikman says ESPN has not negotiated a new deal despite his contract expiring in March 2027, risking his departure after the Super Bowl. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Troy Aikman and Joe Buck's partnership
Troy Aikman and Joe Buck began working together in 2002 after Aikman joined FOX’s NFL coverage.
Their Super Bowl history
They called six Super Bowls together, with their seventh scheduled for February 14, 2027.
ESPN contract situation
Aikman says ESPN has not opened contract negotiations despite his five-year deal expiring in March 2027.
Aikman's explanation
Aikman claims ESPN is preparing to move in a different direction because no contract talks have occurred.
Recent broadcast tension
Joe Buck raised Aikman’s expiring deal before the Bills-Rams game on October 12, 2026, leading to an argument.
Aikman's future plans
Aikman will finish the season and become a free agent after the Super Bowl, potentially joining CBS.
The main idea
Troy Aikman says ESPN has not negotiated a new deal despite his contract expiring in March 2027, risking his departure after the Super Bowl.
