Statement from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on John Madden

NFL Commish Roger Goodell has the following statement on the retirement of John Madden from broadcasting.

STATEMENT FROM NFL COMMISSIONER ROGER GOODELL

ON THE RETIREMENT OF JOHN MADDEN

There is one thing football fans have agreed on for decades: they all love John Madden.

John was a Hall of Fame coach before becoming one of the most-celebrated personalities in sports. He had an incredible talent for explaining the game in an unpretentious way that made it more understandable and fun.

John’s respect and passion for the game always stood out. He was the ultimate football fan who also happened to be an extraordinarily talented coach and broadcaster.

As namesake of the world’s most popular sports videogame, John also introduced the game of football to generations of young fans.

It is only fitting that his last game as an announcer was this year’s Super Bowl the most-watched TV program of all-time. He is stepping down as a true Super Bowl champion.

The NFL has been good to John Madden and John Madden has been a tremendous ambassador for the NFL.

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