John Madden Retires

John Madden Retires - If you follow US Football then you know how influential John Madden has been in this sport and his unique game broadcasting voice, but on Wednesday he announced that he will be retiring from broadcasting football games.

Madden said that he felt “it’s time” to retire and there is no other reason behind his retirement but that. NBC Sports Chairman Dick Ebersol made the announcement that  John Madden will be retiring from broadcasting however the Hall of Fame coach also said on NBC:

“It’s time. I’m 73 years old. My 50th wedding anniversary is this fall. I have two great sons and their families and my five grandchildren are at an age now when they know when I’m home and, more importantly, when I’m not…

It’s been such a great ride… the NFL has been my life for more than 40 years, it has been my passion – it still is. I appreciate all of the people who are and were such an important part of the most enjoyable, most fun anyone could have… that great life with the teams, the players, the coaches, the owners, the League… my broadcasting partners Pat and Al… the production people and the fans …is still great… it’s still fun and that’s what it makes it hard and that’s why it took me a few months to make a decision.

I still love every part of it – the travel, the practices, the game film, the games, seeing old friends and meeting new people… but I know this is the right time.”

There is no news as to who will replace John Madden but we wish the best to this honorable broadcaster. That’s the news on John Madden Retires.

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