Ric Tapia/Getty Images

Veteran NFL Analyst Out At CBS Before 2025 Season

Originally posted on The Spun | By Daniel Bates | Last updated Jul 30, 2025 5:29 PM ET

CBS' broadcasts are going to sound a little different in 2025 as one of its veteran analysts heads back home.

According to reports, former Giants running back Tiki Barber is returning to the Meadowlands to call Big Blue's games on the team's radio broadcast.

The three-time Pro Bowler already co-hosts a daily weekday radio show on WFAN called "Evan & Tiki" and now he'll also handle pre- and postgame responsibilities on Giants game day.

Tiki Barber joins Giants gameday radio team as pre/post co-host; Giants and WFAN announce broadcast partnership extension

Details: https://t.co/pmogjEXX30 pic.twitter.com/WnGLZ7di7H
— New York Giants (@Giants) July 30, 2025

It isn't clear at this time if Tiki went to WFAN by choice or if CBS decided against renewing his contract. But either way he'll have a different network signing his checks this upcoming season.

"I am really excited to be joining the Giants gameday radio broadcast team on WFAN. This organization has meant so much to me, professionally and personally," Barber said in a statement.

"The Giants have a long history of legendary broadcasters and Wellington Mara always told them to call it like they see it because our fans know better. I look forward to providing analysis and insight that Giants fans appreciate."

Audacy executive Chris Oliviero appeared equally as happy about the move with his comments on the hire:

"WFAN and The New York Giants are two of the most successful sports brands in the tri-state area, and we're honored to continue this long-standing partnership for the fans of Big Blue," Oliviero said. "More programming, exclusive experiences and of course Tiki, will make the seasons ahead all the more special."

PHILADELPHIA - JANUARY 07: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants hands the ball off to Tiki Barber #21 against the Philadelphia Eagles during their NFC Wildcard Playoff game on January 7, 2007 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)

Barber retired in 2006 (just one year before the team's upset Super Bowl XLII victory over the Patriots) after 10 years starring in the G-Men's backfield.

In the final five-season stretch of his career , Tiki rushed for a combined 7,643 yards and 40 touchdowns — second only to LaDainian Tomlinson over that span.

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

More must-reads: