# Tony Dungy Explains NBC Sports Job Loss

> Tony Dungy says NBC wanted younger voices for Football Night in America, not his faith views.
- Title: Tony Dungy Explains NBC Sports Job Loss · Newsweek | Shortify
- Summary: Tony Dungy says NBC wanted younger voices for Football Night in America, not his faith views. Tony Dungy believes NBC let him go because they wanted younger…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/tony-dungy-reveals-shocking-reason-he-believes-he-lost-his-nbc-sports-job-12538139
- Author: Jordan Sigler
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: tony dungy, nbc sports, football night in america, super bowl, abortion, faith, nfl
## NBC Sports Job Decision
Tony Dungy was told NBC would not return for Football Night in America in 2026.
## Dungy's Social Media Statement
Dungy said he was disappointed NBC decided not to retain him for Football Night in America.
## Interview on The Sage Steele Show
Dungy explained NBC wanted younger voices on Football Night in America and his faith views might have influenced their decision.
## Dungy's Faith Statement
Dungy said he would always speak about his faith and abortion views respectfully but would not hide his Christian identity.

> There are some things that in TV especially, they want you to be careful because they want to attract everybody, they want to have an audience of everyone. They don’t always appreciate you speaking about your faith
## Dungy's Biblical Reference
Dungy believes God has a plan for his future in football, broadcasting, or church outreach.

> God has always directed me in these moments and while I’m not sure what the next step will be for me, whether it will be in football, in broadcasting, or getting more involved in church and community outreach, I know God has plans for my life and I can’t wait to see them unfold
## Key takeaway

Tony Dungy believes NBC let him go because they wanted younger voices on Football Night in America, not his faith and abortion stance.