Hines Ward is returning to the NFL, but you won't see him on the field.
The four-time Pro Bowler who played 14 years for the Pittsburgh Steelers before retiring after the 2011 season has joined NBC Sports Group as an analyst across its NFL, college football and studio programming.
As part of a multi-year agreement, Ward will be a regular contributor to "Football Night in America," serve as an analyst every Saturday on NBC's and NBC Sports Network's college football studio programming with Liam McHugh and Doug Flutie, and will regularly appear on "NBC SportsTalk" with Mike Florio and Peter King to preview and recap each week in the NFL.
"We think Hines is a perfect match for television because he brings with him a unique combination of charisma and football experience, which he demonstrated on our Super Bowl pre-game show from Indianapolis," said Sam Flood, executive producer of NBC Sports and NBC Sports Network, in a news release. "He's an opinionated personality who can draw upon his 14 years of experience, having excelled at the highest levels of the game. Just don't expect him to dance."
"I am really excited!" Ward said in the news release. "It's not every day that you get the chance to work for a powerhouse like the NBC Sports Group. It is a big honor for me, and I am looking forward to making the most of this great opportunity."
The Steelers play three times this upcoming season on NBC's "Sunday Night Football."
Do you think Hines Ward will do well on TV? Why or why not? Tell us in the comments section.
This article originally appeared on the UpperSt.Clair Patch.
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JustMe
8:37 pm on Friday, June 1, 2012
It is if you like football but NASCAR is where it's at.
Common Sense
8:17 am on Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Breaking News! NASCAR made a right turn! Sike
I am hoping Hines goes back to DWTS All-Star Cast! Love seeing the Terrible Towel waving at a dance competetion.
JustMe
6:16 pm on Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Common Sense it is spelled c o m p e t i t i o n.
DWTS is a boring show and not everyone cares about the terrible towel waving during dance competition. Everyone is entitle to like different sports.
Common Sense
8:41 am on Wednesday, June 20, 2012
JustMe, you are correct about the spelling and I had that coming since I do correct people for the same error I just made. I wouldn't say DWTS is boring, I agree that everyone likes different sports and I have to admit it was nice seeing Dale Jr win on Sunday. I am sure if one of your favorite drivers was on DWTS that you would tune in. I have pride in Pittsburgh and the Terrible Towel is actually a celeb in itself when you check out exactly where the Terrible Towel has been waved in the world.