Drew Brees Wants to Succeed Troy Aikman on Monday Night Football
Greg Olsen and Tony Romo are other potential candidates.
Drew Brees has expressed his interest in succeeding Troy Aikman as a color analyst for ESPN's Monday Night Football (MNF). The former Saints quarterback, who is a Pro Football Hall of Famer, a Super Bowl winner, and a Super Bowl MVP, was asked about his aspirations by Front Office Sports. He stated, "Of course," with a laugh, while emphasizing his love for watching Aikman and current MNF color commentator Joe Buck on the show.
Brees believes that if the MNF color commentator position becomes available, he would be eager to take on the role, given his passion for broadcasting and the game. Despite his previous struggles in the broadcast booth during his first season with NBC Sports in 2021, Brees has reportedly improved significantly since joining Fox full-time in Week 11 of the 2025 season.
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