CBS Sports names future Hall of Famer J.J. Watt lead analyst for the 'NFL ON CBS'

Watt began calling games with Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson at the start of the 2026 season Future Hall of Famer J.J. Watt has been named the permanent lead analyst for the NFL ON CBS, having signed a multi-year agreement to continue working alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson, the network announced on Thursday. Watt joined CBS Sports in 2023 as a studio analyst on THE NFL TODAY before moving to calling games with Evan Washburn in 2025. He started calling games with the network's lead team in 2026 and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. "I've had a front-row seat to JJ's growth as a top-tier broadcaster, watching him tackle this role just like he did his hall-of-fame playing career," said David Berson, Chairman, Global Sports Group, Skydance.

"He's insightful, entertaining, passionate, meticulous in his preparation, and the ultimate teammate. He has a unique ability to see things and communicate to fans of all levels. We are thrilled to have him leading our NFL coverage." "I am incredibly honored and grateful to have the opportunity to represent CBS Sports and all of the fantastic people who make this place so special," Watt said. "From the brotherhood of THE NFL TODAY to my crews calling games, I couldn't ask for better teammates alongside me on this television