‘Just Feels Right,’ ‘Best in the Game’ — NFL Fans React to Super Bowl Champion Jon Gruden Calling Bucs’ Preseason Game

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Jon Gruden made his return to the broadcast booth on Saturday night, with the Buccaneers hosting the Kansas City Chiefs in a preseason matchup. The NFL fans embraced Gruden’s presence, praising him as "just feels right" and "the best in the game."

Gruden's return to the commentary booth was his first major live assignment since leaving ESPN's Monday Night Football after the 2017 season to return to coaching with the Oakland Raiders. His presence brought back memories of the primetime football era when his energetic commentary became a significant part of the viewing experience.

Ronde Barber also joined the broadcast team, adding to the appeal for Buccaneers fans. The duo's strong connections to the franchise made their presence on the broadcast particularly appealing. This opportunity arose after the Buccaneers' usual preseason play-by-play voice, Chris Myers, encountered a scheduling conflict.

Gruden spent seven seasons as the Buccaneers' head coach and led the team to their first Super Bowl championship in the 2002-03 NFL season.