Troy Aikman Devastated By NFL Broadcaster's Death at 59

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Troy Aikman Devastated By NFL Broadcaster's Death at 59

Originally posted on The Spun | By Andrew Holleran | Last updated Oct 25, 2026 7:22 PM ET

Troy Aikman is crushed by the death of an NFL broadcaster at 59 on Sunday.

Longtime Florida sportscaster and Fox Sports NFL spotter David Moulton has died, his wife announced. Moulton, who also worked for CBS Sports, died on Saturday. The heartbreaking news was first reported by Ed Reed of the Fort Myers News-Press.

“It is with a completely shattered heart broken into a million pieces I share that my loving husband, David, died last night while in hospice care at the Douglas Center for Caring,” Moulton’s wife wrote. “David battled stage four renal cell cancer for six long years. It metastasized to his bones two years ago. He never stopped fighting or trying new treatments.

“He loved life and loved each and every one of you more than words can express. We are so thankful for the love and support you all have given us.”

Troy Aikman, Gary Danielson crushed by his passing

Troy Aikman is devastated.

“Since 2018, David Moulton has been my right-hand man in the broadcast booth. What started as a professional relationship became a friendship I have cherished. David was loyal, dependable and a warrior until the very end. He deserved better. My heart breaks for his family and all who loved him. I’m grateful for the years we shared and will miss him deeply. Rest in peace big guy❤️,” he wrote.

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Gary Danielson released a statement, too.

““Yesterday was a day I was praying would not happen. David Moulton was my researcher/spotter with our CBS college football crew since 2006!! We first met when I heard him doing a local radio show; became intrigued with his knowledge, decided to cold call him and offered him a job!! He was great and helped make our broadcast better. More importantly for me, David grew into being my most trusted friend,” he said.

“During our travels together, we talked sports, but also so much more about life. I will miss him dearly. With deepest sorrow I want to send my condolences and love to Julie, his family and his beloved mother, Kit, who was his biggest supporter. David, you have so many friends that are all hurting today. Love you and will miss our talks, David!!”

May he rest in peace.

This article first appeared on The Spun and was syndicated with permission.

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