End of an Era: Dale Carter Steps Down as Kansas City Chiefs' PA Announcer After 16 Years
The former public address announcer for the Kansas City Chiefs, Dale Carter, recently announced his departure from the team after 16 years. He expressed his support for his successor, Nate Rohr, who will be taking over the role at Arrowhead Stadium. Rohr acknowledged Carter's legacy and mentioned that he would strive to maintain the standard set by his predecessor.
Carter revealed that his decision to leave his position was influenced by a request from the production team to change his iconic "It's. Third. Down." call. Despite his willingness to cooperate with previous requests, Carter drew the line when he was asked to step aside for another announcer to handle the third-down call. This led to his resignation from the role he had held for over a decade.
Reflecting on his time as the Chiefs' PA announcer, Carter expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the team and the fans. He highlighted his dedication to the role, never missing a game in his 16 seasons and even traveling to London for a game. Carter mentioned that stepping down would allow him to focus on other endeavors, including his family, radio work, podcast, and future political aspirations.
Following the Chiefs' home opener loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Carter admitted that the transition to being the former PA voice of the team felt strange. Despite the initial adjustment period, he expressed acceptance of his new status and looked forward to the next chapter in his life. With his departure, the Chiefs will now have a new voice guiding fans through the excitement of game days at Arrowhead Stadium.