The Salaries Of Your Favorite Sports Announcers And Analysts

Published on 10/17/2019
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Paul Maguire

Paul Maguire was a first-round pick by the LA Chargers in 1960 and used to play in the AFL. He enjoyed a great broadcasting career on top of his linebacking one. He called CFL and NCAA games for ESPN and NBC as a commentator as well. In 1986, he joined NBC and often got matched with Marv Albert. He worked for HDNet and Empire Spots in the past as well. He now makes $300k a year.

Paul Maguire

Paul Maguire

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Al McCoy

Al McCoy has been called “The Voice of the Suns” in the past. He has the longest NBA caller tenure ever! His first job was as a local hot at KJFJ. In the ‘90s, he joined the broadcasting team for the Suns. His many catchphrases include “Wham Bam Slam!”, “Shazam!”, “Oh Brother!”, “Whammo!”, and “Heartbreak Hotel!” He is also responsible for a bunch of nicknames like Steve “The Nash Rambler” Nash, Jason “Captain Jason” Kidd, and Shawn “The Matrix” Marion. The WHO commentator makes $200k a year.

Al McCoy

Al McCoy

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