NFL broadcasters are hoping Ndamukong Suh is done with his playing career. Richard Deitsch spoke with representatives of three networks that all have plans for the defensive tackle when he is done.
Sue has reportedly already met with NBC about future opportunities. Having played his college football at Nebraska, he could be in play for either Football Night in America or for the network’s new Big Ten studio show with Maria Taylor, Matt Cassel and Joshua Perry.
ESPN is also impressed with what they have seen. One executive told Deitsch that Suh was “super impressive” in a guest stint on NFL Live last summer.
“He would be great — especially as a studio analyst,” said NFL Network’s Steve Wyche, who worked with Ndamukong Suh as an instructor at the NFL’s Broadcast and Media Boot Camp. “Suh is a high-IQ thinker whose perceptions of people, situations and the game aren’t common. This is what could set him apart. Once he masters the mechanics of doing TV, he would emerge as a star. He’s not into hyperbole or winging it. He would put in the work and distinguish himself.”
While it is clear Suh is preparing for life away from the field, a return cannot be ruled out. He skipped training camp last year and did not debut for the Eagles until Week 11. He could have a similar plan in mind for 2023.
