Monday Night Football is built on moments that feel bigger than the game itself, and Week 2 delivers one of those nights. After the Buccaneers and Texans kick things off, the stage shifts west to a heated AFC West rivalry: the Los Angeles Chargers hosting the Las Vegas Raiders.
Who Are the Broadcasters for Monday Night Football?
In the booth, Chris Fowler, Dan Orlovsky, and Louis Riddick bring three different journeys together to form one of ESPN’s most intriguing broadcast teams.
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Chris Fowler
For decades, Fowler has been one of ESPN’s most trusted broadcasters. From hosting ‘College GameDay’ to calling tennis Grand Slams and college football’s biggest games, he’s been the voice of countless sports moments.
When Fowler signed a new deal in August 2023, he added NFL play-by-play to his already packed slate. While college football remains his bread and butter, Fowler has taken to the NFL with the same energy and polish that made him a household name.
His strength is making every game feel big, which is exactly what Monday Night Football demands.
Dan Orlovsky
Orlovsky’s path is anything but traditional. A 12-year NFL career left him with the reputation of a smart, hardworking backup quarterback, but it wasn’t until after retirement that his second career really took off.
At his wife’s suggestion, he began filming play breakdowns on his phone and posting them to social media. Fans loved it, his videos went viral, and ESPN took notice.
Now, Orlovsky has gone from explaining plays in his living room to breaking them down on national television. He’s become a regular on NFL Live and Get Up, and his ability to simplify the complex makes him a natural fit in the booth. For viewers, he brings the perspective of someone who lived the grind, even if he wasn’t a star.
Louis Riddick
Riddick rounds out the trio with a wealth of NFL experience from both the field and the front office. After seven years as a safety, he moved into scouting and executive roles, giving him a unique angle on how teams are built and managed.
When he joined ESPN, he quickly stood out for his sharp, thoughtful analysis, and in 2020, he became a fixture on Monday Night Football.
Many of Riddick’s observations extend beyond the game. He is aware of the reasons behind the team’s decisions and what is going on on the field. As a testament to the respect he enjoys in NFL circles, his outlook has even led to interviews for general manager positions throughout the league.
The Booth Together
When you combine all three, you have a team that strikes a balance between player knowledge, play-by-play energy, and executive-level analysis. Orlovsky gives the human breakdowns, Riddick provides the big-picture background, and Fowler sets the scene.
As the Raiders and Chargers battle under the Monday night lights, the broadcast crew will do more than just call plays; they’ll tell the story of the game.