Aikman over Watt? Where Cowboys' legend's future could lead him after ESPN

Troy Aikman’s future at ESPN may be in flux after the network re-signed Joe Buck to a six-year contract extension, according to Front Office Sports. Aikman has served as the lead commentator with Buck for 25 years—first at Fox starting in 2002 and then at ESPN beginning in 2022. The report says their partnership could end because Aikman’s deal runs through the Super Bowl in February. After what was described as an argument between Buck and Aikman ahead of the Rams-Bills game Monday night, Aikman acknowledged it on Dallas radio KTCK The Ticket and hinted he’ll be a free agent after the season. If he leaves, CBS could explore him as it prepares for the 2028 Super Bowl.