October 19, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; NBC Sports commentator Tony Dungy following the game between the San Francisco 49ers and Atlanta Falcons at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images Tony Dungy won’t be appearing on NBC’s ‘Football Night in America’ when the 2026 NFL season begins in September, but the Hall of Fame coach hasn’t ruled out another role in football or broadcasting.
Dungy, 70, who won Super Bowl XLI as coach of the Indianapolis Colts, announced Thursday during Sunday night’s pregame show that he will not return for an 18th season.
“I have been informed by NBC that I will not be returning to FNIA this fall, and this has given me time to reflect and look ahead,” Dungy said on Twitter. “While this is disappointing news, I would like to thank the NBC family for making the past 17 years so special. I will forever remember the time I spent there, especially with Rodney Harrison, who has become a tremendous friend.”
“God has always guided me through these moments. I’m not sure what my next steps will be, whether it’s football, broadcasting, or getting more involved in church and community service, but I know God has a plan for my life and I want to see it unfold. And I’m reminded of one of my favorite verses in the Bible, Romans 8:28: ‘God works all things for his good and for those who love him.'”
Dungy served as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996 to 2001 and held the same role with the Colts from 2002 to 2008.
After a three-year playing career that included a Super Bowl
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