Joe Buck reportedly closing in on deal to host sports version of 'Jeopardy!' on ESPN
Joe Buck might have a new broadcasting role soon.
Everyone’s favorite sports announcer is closing in on a deal to host everyone’s favorite game show. Joe Buck is reportedly working on a deal that would make him the host of a sports version of “Jeopardy! ” that would air on ESPN networks, according to Front Office Sports.
The program, which will reportedly be called “ESPN Jeopardy! ” is expected to run on Hulu and Disney+ and may also appear on ABC and ESPN streaming platforms, per FOS. Buck has plenty of experience as a broadcaster and host.
Following long-time “Jeopardy! ” host Alex Trebek’s death in 2020, Buck was tabbed as a temporary host of the program. He acquitted himself well in a week-long appearance on the show.
“ESPN Jeopardy! ” is expected to feature celebrities and ESPN personalities, as opposed to pulling from the general public, per FOS. The “Jeopardy!