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Al Michaels' Monotone Calls Spark Outrage on Social Media
9 Oct
Summary
- Michaels, 81, faces criticism for appearing drowsy during broadcasts.
- Social media erupted with calls for his retirement during TNF.
- His contract with Amazon is year-to-year, paying $1 million per game.
Al Michaels, 81, is under scrutiny for his performance on Amazon Prime Video's Thursday Night Football broadcasts this season, alongside color commentator Kirk Herbstreit. A recurring theme in recent years has been Michaels' perceived lack of energy, which was again noted during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers-Dallas Cowboys game. Social media platforms were flooded with comments from viewers expressing dissatisfaction with his vocal delivery.
Specific calls, including one for a Javonte Williams touchdown, were highlighted as examples of his monotone delivery, prompting widespread demands for his retirement. Viewers also pointed out perceived mistakes and a general lack of enthusiasm.
Michaels' current arrangement with Amazon is on a year-to-year basis, with an estimated salary of $1 million per game for the 15-week season. His extensive career includes notable play-by-play roles for ABC, CBS, and NBC, and he previously partnered with Cris Collinsworth for Sunday Night Football from 2009 to 2022.
