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Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Mike Tirico reveals new details on terrifying illness that saw him rushed off air during Kentucky Derby coverage
Mike Tirico has revealed the allergic reaction that forced him to step away from NBC's Kentucky Derby coverage is something he's dealt with his 'whole life' despite admitting it is an extremely rare occurrence. The legendary broadcaster, 58, sparked concern earlier this month when he was rushed off air at Churchill Downs after suffering a 'significant reaction' to his nut allergy. Fortunately, Tirico quickly took to social media to reassure fans that he was fine after the terrifying ordeal, before he explained how eating something with a nut in had caused his throat and nose to 'clog up and swell'. And a few weeks on from the health scare he has provided new details on the allergy, insisting that kind of reaction only occurs 'every several years.' During an interview with TMZ Sports, Tirico said: 'I've had a peanut allergy my whole life. Unfortunate timing, but glad we could bring light to the 30 million folks who deal with food allergies all the time.' He then added: 'I've heard from a lot of parents, sadly parents who lost their kids to food allergies, folks who had serious reactions, who appreciated that their kids could talk about it freely.' Mike Tirico has revealed the allergic reaction he suffered in Kentucky is a rare occurence The broadcaster was rushed off air at the Kentucky Derby after a reaction to his nut allergy When asked how often that reaction occurs, the NBC commentator explained: 'Not very often at all, I'm really careful about it. Just one of those times. 'It's rare. It only happens every several years.' Tirico didn't return for Saturday's big race, the 151st edition of the Kentucky Derby, which was ultimately won by Sovereignty. He had to be replaced by NBC colleague Ahmed Fareed on the day, before sharing an update to his followers on X. Hate being a scratch after making the starting gate @KentuckyDerby,' Tirico said. 'Just a significant reaction to my nut allergy. If you have one you know how it can knock you down. Profound thanks to @ChurchillDowns for their care. And to our amazing @NBCSports horse racing family.' Tirico is one of the most recognizable faces in sports broadcasting and the leading voice for NBC Sports. Tirico posted on social media a 'significant reaction to my nut allergy' forced him to step away The New York native calls Sunday Night Football weekly, has been the lead in-studio host for every Olympic Games dating back to the 2016 Summer Olympics and hosts all three events in horse racing's Triple Crown. In building his career and covering nearly every major sporting event over his 38-year career, he has built up an impressive net worth and yearly salary. Tirico makes $6million annually and has a net worth of $14million, per Parade. He has also made strides outside of sports broadcasting with NBC, filling in as a host on 'Today' during Easter week.
USA Today
19-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Mike Tirico explains why the Bears will be fun in 2025
Mike Tirico explains why the Bears will be fun in 2025 Expectations for the Chicago Bears are considerably high following an offseason overhaul and a new head coach in Ben Johnson. Not only are the expectations high, but the interest and attraction of the franchise is a higher level than it has been in recent history, making some of the top commentators and analysts in the NFL ponder about how far this team can go in Johnson's first year. NBC Sports broadcaster and play-by-play commentator Mike Tirico is one of many football analysts who has been intrigued by Chicago this offseason. In a recent interview with ESPN 1000 in Chicago, Tirico, a known Detroit Lions fan, said he's excited about the future ahead for the Bears and their organization after the moves they've made this offseason. "I'm so excited for this team," Tirico told the Waddle & Silvy show before discussing what Ben Johnson brings to the Bears and quarterback Caleb Williams. "Knowing Ben's offensive approach, this is going to be fun. With Loveland and Kmet, think about all the 12 stuff you can do. One (running) back, two tight ends, think about those options for a second. With DJ (Moore), (Rome) Odunze, let alone how quickly Luther Burden comes along. "That's a heck of a team, let's hope the free agents work in terms of the offensive line. You draft a tackle out of Boston College, there's just so many options offensively. I cannot wait to see this talent, this quarterback, this coach, all together. When you get a guy and we all believe Caleb (Williams) can play, if you don't surround him with real talent, shame on you. The Bears have surrounded him with talent and I think this could be really fun, I really do." It is no secret that the Bears' success as a team will depend on how Williams performs in his second season with what will be his third head coach. Johnson is coming in with a lot of high regard around the league for his offensive mind, and the front office has put in the work to upgrade the roster. Now, the results have to be shown on the field this year. Follow Bears Wire on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
NBC Sports
17-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Moss: Triple Crown system needs change
Mike Tirico, Jerry Bailey and Randy Moss discuss the Triple Crown schedule and the ways to help stakeholders be more interested in bringing horses to all three events.
NBC Sports
15-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Mike Tirico talks MJ joining NBC's NBA coverage
The Dan Patrick show talks to NBC's Mike Tirico, discussing Michael Jordan being announced as a "special contributor" to NBC's upcoming NBA coverage, Tirico's allergic reaction amid Derby coverage and the NFL schedule.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
When is Super Bowl 60? What to know about NFL's 2026 championship game
The 2025 NFL season won't begin until September, but fans are already starting to look forward to some of the marquee matchups on its schedule. How far ahead will they look? Some starry-eyed fans may circle Super Bowl 60 on the calendar if they believe their favorite team is shaping itself into a contender. Advertisement Not every one of the NFL's 32 clubs looks like legitimate Super Bowl contenders. After watching the Washington Commanders go from the NFL's second-worst team in 2023 to the NFC championship game last season, plenty of fans will be dreaming of a similar turnaround for their squads. NFL SCHEDULE: Eagles will be a fixture next season. The 'tush push' might not be. NFL fans still have a long wait before figuring out which teams will participate in the Super Bowl. That will give them time to dream about their favorite squad making a championship run. Here's what to know about Super Bowl 60, including when and where it will be played. When is Super Bowl 60? Date : Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET Advertisement The Super Bowl will be held on the second Sunday in February, as it has been since the league shifted to a 17-game schedule for the 2021 NFL season. Where is Super Bowl 60? Venue : Levi's Stadium Location: Santa Clara, Calif. Levi's Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers, will host the Super Bowl in 2026. It will mark the second time the stadium – which opened in 2014 – will serve as the venue for the Big Game. The first Levi's Stadium Super Bowl was contested in 2016 when the Denver Broncos defeated the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in Peyton Manning's final NFL game. Who will broadcast Super Bowl 60? TV channel: NBC NBC owns the broadcast rights to Super Bowl 60. That puts the network's "Sunday Night Football" crew of play-by-play announcer Mike Tirico, game analyst Cris Collinsworth and sideline reporter Melissa Stark in line to call the game. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: When is Super Bowl 60? Date, time for 2026 NFL championship
