A New Generation of Analysts
Former Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson is set to become a regular analyst for CBS Sports during the 2026 college football season, bringing his Super Bowl‑winning experience to the network’s broadcast team.
Pederson’s journey to the commentary booth began long before his coaching triumphs; he spent 13 seasons as a backup quarterback in the NFL, appearing in 100 regular‑season games and earning a Super Bowl XXXI championship ring with the Green Bay Packers.
During his five‑year tenure as Eagles head coach, Pederson guided Philadelphia to a 13‑3 record in 2017, captured the franchise’s first Super Bowl title, and led the team to three consecutive playoff appearances, finishing with a 42‑37‑1 regular‑season record.
After a three‑year stint with the Jacksonville Jaguars, where he posted a 22‑29 record and secured an AFC South title, Pederson now looks to translate his on‑field insights and championship pedigree into commentary that will help viewers understand the game’s strategic nuances.
Joining him will be Brian Kelly, the former LSU and Notre Dame head coach whose own résumé includes multiple conference championships and a reputation for developing elite quarterbacks. Kelly will contribute to select games, appear on the Tuesday edition of ‘Inside College Football,’ and lend his expertise to CBS Sports HQ.
Both former coaches will bring recent sideline experience to the network, offering viewers a fresh perspective that bridges the gap between on‑field execution and strategic preparation. Their combined presence underscores CBS’s commitment to deepening its college football coverage with voices that have actually coached the sport at the highest level.
The addition of Pederson and Kelly reflects a broader trend of former players and coaches moving into media roles, a move that promises richer analysis and a deeper connection between the broadcast and the teams they once led.