April 16,2007 | NEW YORK — Keith Olbermann will add a fifth voice to the studio on NBC’s Sunday-night football highlights show in the fall, the network said Monday.
Bob Costas anchors the show, with Cris Collingsworth and now Olbermann as co-hosts. With Jerome Bettis and Tiki Barber as analysts, the former NFL players will outnumber Costas and Olbermann by 3-to-2.
Olbermann, who first became known as a host on ESPN’s “Sportscenter,” has shuffled between news and sports during his career. His “Countdown” show on MSNBC has been hot lately, with Olbermann drawing attention for commetrick’s radio show.
Olbermann, who will keep his weekday work, said he expects the Sunday job to be rewarding and challenging.
“I hope I can hold up my end of the bargain,” he said.
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