Disney's Super Bowl Extravaganza: A Look at ESPN's Post-Game Lineup and Exciting Plans for the 2027 Super Bowl
As the NFL season comes to a close with the broadcast of Super Bowl LX on NBC, Disney is gearing up for its own football extravaganza. In 2027, Disney will air its first Super Bowl in over 20 years and is already planning to build excitement among fans. Following the 2026 Super Bowl featuring the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, ESPN will take the reins with post-game coverage.
ESPN's lineup includes veteran Chris Berman passing the torch to host Scott Van Pelt at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Van Pelt will host a special late-night edition of "SportsCenter" and provide a sneak peek of what's in store for Disney's 2027 Super Bowl. Laura Rutledge will then host "Super Bowl Live," recapping the game from the same location.
Disney's interest in the Super Bowl is no secret, as the company secured rights to two Super Bowls during its current deal with the NFL. Under the leadership of Jimmy Pitaro, ESPN revamped "Monday Night Football," revamped NFL Draft coverage, and introduced innovative programming like the Manning brothers' "alterna-cast." Pitaro has hinted at the possibility of a Super Bowl "mega cast" tailored to different audience segments, pending NFL approval.
ESPN's post-Super Bowl lineup on February 9 will feature popular shows like "First Take with Stephen A. Smith," "SportsCenter," "NFL Live," and "Super Bowl Live" from Disneyland. The network will also interview a player from the winning team of Super Bowl LX. Additionally, Disney properties like "Good Morning America," "World News Tonight," and "Jimmy Kimmel Live" will incorporate Super Bowl-related content into their broadcasts.
With Disney's extensive coverage and innovative programming, football fans can expect an exciting lead-up to the 2027 Super Bowl and a comprehensive post-game analysis across various Disney platforms.