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During "Sunday Night Football" between the Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers, NBC broadcaster Cris Collinsworth admit that he's worried about Mike Tirico.

NFL News / FirstSportz / October 18

Michael Jordan’s ‘In Depth’ Role as NBC Special Contributor Revealed by Cris Collinsworth

As the 2025-26 season is about to start, fans are waiting to see Michael Jordan debut in his role as a ‘special contributor’ for NBC, which is restarting its NBA coverage from this campaign.

NBA News / ChiCitySports / October 17

Cris Collinsworth hints at Michael Jordan’s role with NBA on NBC

The 2025-26 NBA season is set to tip off next week and when it does, NBC will be a prominent source once again for the league. The NBA on NBC is officially back this year and with that comes the return of Michael Jordan.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to average at least 230 passing yards-per-game for their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL quarterback rushing yard leaders' quiz

The 'Most 1,000-receiving yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL yearly completion % leaders' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 16

NBA Legend Michael Jordan’s Favorite NFL Team Revealed on Thursday

Michael Jordan recently joined NBC Sports as a “special contributor” for the upcoming season. On Thursday, fellow NBC Sports colleague Cris Collinsworth shared a surprising story about Jordan, revealing that the basketball legend actually has a favorite NFL team.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 16

NBA Legend Revealed as Former Bengals Fan

The greatest basketball player of all time was once a Bengals fan. NBC football analyst Cris Collinsworth was on Up & Adams this week and revealed that NBA legend Michael Jordan grew up a Bengals fan in the late 1970s and early 80s.

Kansas City Chiefs News / The Spun / October 14

Cris Collinsworth Was Immediately Proven Wrong About Patrick Mahomes

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been one of the NFL's most fun players to watch throw the ball for his entire career. But that doesn't make him immune to hyperbole.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / October 13

Cris Collinsworth reacts to Lions-Chiefs postgame fight, Brian Branch punch

Cris Collinsworth believes the NFL will punish Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch for punching Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster after the Sunday Night Football game.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 21

Fans clown Cris Collinsworth for Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes praise despite TO

Anyone who’s been following the Kansas City Chiefs for the past several seasons has likely already come across the notion that NFL broadcaster Chris Collinsworth has a Patrick Mahomes favoritism.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Cris Collinsworth’s latest take on Justin Jefferson adds to a growing pattern that has Vikings fans rolling their eyes

There isn't anything wrong with Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings. Sunday night was a very frustrating loss for the Vikings, as they got smoked by the Atlanta Falcons by a score of 22-6.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Cris Collinsworth Under Fire for Remarks After Lamar Jackson’s Altercation With Bills Fan

While most of the attention was on the thrilling “Sunday Night Football” matchup between two potential Super Bowl contenders—the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills—a second-half incident involving Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson briefly stole the spotlight.

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The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Cris Collinsworth: Former Cowboys First Round Pick in Danger of Being Cut After Missing Eagles Game

The Dallas Cowboys headed to Philadelphia to take on the 2024-25 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night in a marquee nationally televised game that kicked off the 2025-26 NFL season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / September 4

Cowboys' Mazi Smith ripped by Cris Collinsworth for being healthy scratch

The Dallas Cowboys' defense has had some trouble stopping the Philadelphia Eagles' rushing attack in Thursday's season opener at Lincoln Financial Field.

NFL News / The Spun / September 4

When Will Cris Collinsworth Retire? Legendary Broadcaster's NBC Contract Is Telling

Longtime NFL analyst Cris Collinsworth is officially entering his 17th season in the "Sunday Night Football" booth. Unsurprisingly, fans are wondering if this will be his last year with NBC.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / April 20

Cris Collinsworth Has Major Prediction for Titans' Likely No. 1 Pick

The Tennessee Titans' number one selection of Miami's Cam Ward is all but cemented at the top of this year's draft. After weeks of back and forth entering

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26, 2024

Cris Collinsworth likes what he's seen from 49ers rookies

The San Francisco 49ers have yet to get off to the best start in 2024. At times, the team has played poorly, especially in the second half when trying to protect leads.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 6, 2024

Cowboys players hilariously nail their Cris Collinsworth impressions

In a lighthearted behind-the-scenes moment, several Dallas Cowboys players channeled their inner Cris Collinsworth, delivering their best "now here's a guy" impressions of the famed NFL commentator.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 11, 2024

Cris Collinsworth shares broadcasting advice he gave Tom Brady

Brady will become Fox's new lead in-game analyst this coming season.

Major update on Tom Brady's purchase into Raiders, Fox deal revealed

Former All-Pro shares why Tom Brady will excel as broadcaster

Tom Brady: Career retrospective

The 'Replacements for notable NFL QBs' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / January 17, 2024

Watch: Chiefs' Jones does hilarious Collinsworth impression

Watch: Chiefs DT Chris Jones does hilarious Cris Collinsworth impression

Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is a well-accomplished football player, but during Kansas City’s 26-7 win over the Dolphins on Sunday during Super Wild Card Weekend, the 29-year-old lineman got to showcase another talent.

Chiefs get positive injury update on WR Skyy Moore

Sports Illustrated writer debunks fake Brett Favre quote on Taylor Swift

AFC divisional-round predictions: Will Bills' home 'vibe' be the difference vs. Chiefs?

AFC underdog report: Divisional round

Who's facing the most pressure to win in the NFL divisional round?