Troy Aikman breaks silence amid Joe Buck rift rumours

Dubai: Troy Aikman has spoken out about rumors surrounding his relationship with fellow ESPN broadcaster Joe Buck. As his future at the network remains uncertain, the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback commented on the speculation without revealing any details. In an interview with DFW Ticket radio station, Aikman stated that he is unsure if it's the right time to discuss the issue, suggesting he is focused on his upcoming broadcasts and Super Bowl.

"There's probably a time and a place for all that. I don’t know if now is the time. I don’t know if it’s hard to figure out kind of what happened," he said.

The rumors stem from reports of tension between the two broadcasters amid their separate contract negotiations at ESPN. While Buck has reportedly signed a six-year extension worth approximately $108 million, Aikman has yet to receive a formal offer to extend his contract with the network. According to Front Office Sports, the pair reportedly had an argument before Monday night’s broadcast of the Los Angeles Rams’ game against the Buffalo Bills, though the disagreement reportedly resolved before the game. ESPN has declined to comment on the matter.

Aikman and Buck have been broadcasting NFL games together since joining ESPN from Fox in 2022. Their partnership began in 2002, and their chemistry has made them one of the most recognizable NFL commentary teams. Aikman had previously expressed surprise at his contract situation remaining unresolved before the start of the season. With his current deal set to expire, his future could become a major talking point in NFL broadcasting. For now, Aikman plans to focus on completing the season before determining his next move.