All we know about Jimmy Johnson's absence from Fox's NFL Sunday

TOI Sports Desk / Oct 29, 2023, 22:07 IST

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Former Dallas Cowboys coach, Jimmy Johnson, has scaled back his on-air commitments with Fox's NFL Sunday broadcasts. At 77 years old, Johnson is still under contract with Fox for this year and the next, but has informed them of his year-to-year approach. He currently resides in the Florida Keys, where he enjoys personal time and is active in his businesses.

All we know about Jimmy Johnson's absence from Fox's NFL Sunday

Jimmy Jones and Jimmy Johnson (AFP Photo)

NEW DELHI: Dallas Cowboys are undeniably one of the most iconic franchises in the history of the sport. Among the many noteworthy figures in the Cowboys' history, one of the most celebrated is Jimmy Johnson. Fans often wonder why he is not lending his commentary skills to Fox's NFL Sunday broadcasts.
At 77 years old (born on July 16, 1943), Jimmy Johnson might not appear to be a septuagenarian with his energetic demeanor and enduring passion for football. However, Johnson decided to scale back his on-air commitments. In a statement to the Dallas Morning News, he mentioned that he requested to reduce his workload "rather than to retire." He clarified that he is currently under contract with Fox for this year and the next but has informed them that he's taking a year-to-year approach.

Jimmy Johnson's association with Fox dates back to 2002 when he joined their studio team. Fans may have noticed that he occasionally provides commentary on camera, while other times he appears to be relishing his semi-retired life.

Before his broadcasting career, Johnson enjoyed an illustrious coaching career, winning two Super Bowls with the Cowboys and securing a National Championship with the University of Miami.
Nowadays, Johnson's reduced schedule allows him to return home on Sunday nights to enjoy some personal time. He resides in the Florida Keys, specifically Tavernier, Fla., with his wife, Rhonda. Besides soaking up the sun, he's also active in his businesses, including a restaurant/bar named Three Rings.

Notably, Johnson made a conscientious choice to stay at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, announcing remotely rather than traveling to the Fox studio. His high risk for contracting the virus during the initial outbreak prompted this decision, which he shared via Twitter.
Although Johnson was scheduled for an NFL Hall of Fame induction in the near future, the pandemic disrupted these plans. He will eventually receive the well-deserved Hall of Fame honors when circumstances allow for it.

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