As his current deal approaches its final season, Joe Buck made it clear he sees his long-term future with ESPN. Buck, who ESPN in 2022 after a lengthy run with FOX Sports. He tells Sports Business Journal he would have no hesitation signing an extension if one were presented today.
He emphasized how much he has enjoyed his current role with ESPN.
“I’ve loved every second of it and I am hopeful that I’m at ESPN for the rest of my career,” Buck says. “If something gets thrown at me and I have to shift, I’ll shift. But I would be hopeful to stay right where I am until I’m finished.”
While Buck revealed that no formal negotiations have taken place, Buck expressed confidence in the relationship between both sides. He noted that neither party has created uncertainty about continuing their partnership.
The timing is notable. ESPN is gearing up for a major stretch of NFL coverage, highlighted by its first Super Bowl broadcast in February 2027. The network has branded the lead-up as The Year of the Super Bowl, a company-wide initiative designed to build momentum across platforms. Buck will play a central role in that effort alongside longtime partner Troy Aikman.
The duo headlines ESPN’s Monday Night Football coverage, joined by Laura Rutledge and Lisa Salters. He said the opportunity excites him rather than adding pressure.
“I love being at a place that holds this thing up. Like this is our chance. That’s a great feeling as an announcer. … The buildup, I love. I don’t think it adds any pressure. It doesn’t add any pressure to me. It just means that the people that I work for are excited about it and that’s good.,” Buck said.
However, before the NFL season ramps up, Buck will return briefly to baseball. He will be on the call for the national broadcast featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets from Dodger Stadium. The game will honor Jackie Robinson Day. For that assignment, Buck will team with analysts Ron Darling and Orel Hershiser, along with reporter Buster Olney.
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