Everyone wants a piece of Luke Kuechly

Luke Kuechly, a former NFL star, has quickly become a sought-after analyst in the world of sports media. After retiring from the NFL at 28, Kuechly initially pursued a career in the Panthers' front office as a pro scout. However, his desire to spend more time hunting, fishing, and with his family led him to resign from that position in 2021. Kuechly later considered broadcasting, but no network seemed particularly interested in him until recently.

Kuechly now draws significant attention from ESPN, Netflix, and CBS. In September, he will join Peyton Manning for The Breakdown, ESPN's Monday Night Football companion show, which will air on the ESPN app. Meanwhile, Netflix has signed Kuechly to analyze football games for its NFL package. Additionally, CBS has added Kuechly as a game analyst, joining their broadcast booth following Tony Romo's departure.

Kuechly's broadcasting career began with ESPN's MNF Playbook altcast in December, where his analysis impressed viewers and gained him recognition. His ability to predict plays before they occur, based solely on film, has set him apart from other analysts. Kuechly's rise to prominence in sports media has been swift and unexpected, as he previously seemed content to stay away from broadcasting.