The Washington Commanders are slipping in the playoff race after dropping three straight games, but they’ll look to get back on track with Jayden Daniels returning under center in Week 9.
Standing in their way are the red-hot Seattle Seahawks, who have been firing on all cylinders and feature an in-form Jaxon Smith-Njigba against a vulnerable Washington secondary. It sets the stage for a compelling Sunday Night Football showdown, and here’s who will be on the call for NBC.
Seattle Seahawks at Washington Commanders
Date: Sunday, November 02, 2025
Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
Location: Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD
TV: NBC
Who Will Guide Fans Through Commanders-Seahawks on NBC?
- Lead Play-by-Play Announcer: Mike Tirico
- Color Commentator: Cris Collinsworth
- Sideline Reporter: Melissa Stark
NBC’s primetime slate begins with Football Night in America at 7:00 p.m. ET, leading into the Commanders–Seahawks matchup at 8:20 p.m. ET. Fans will once again hear one of the most recognizable broadcast teams in sports calling the action.
Mike Tirico returns as the lead play-by-play voice, delivering his trademark polish and big-game presence to the Sunday night stage. Widely respected for his smooth delivery and smart analysis, Tirico has become a fixture of marquee football broadcasts.
Before joining Sunday Night Football, he spent nearly a decade calling ESPN’s Monday Night Football from 2006 to 2015. His versatile résumé includes the Olympics, World Cup soccer, NBA, NHL, college sports, golf, tennis, and even the Indy 500.
Beside him in the booth is Cris Collinsworth, now in his 17th season as a color analyst for Sunday Night Football. The former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver earned three Pro Bowl selections during his eight-year NFL career and has collected 17 Emmy Awards across HBO, FOX, and NFL Network. While Collinsworth can be polarizing for his repetitive tendencies, his chemistry with Tirico remains one of the broadcast’s strengths.
On the sidelines, Melissa Stark connects viewers to everything happening beyond the main action. More than just reporting injuries or scores, she provides context and human stories that unfold throughout the night. With over 25 years in sports broadcasting, Stark’s poise and clarity ensure fans stay engaged with every moment.
For fans tuning in via radio, Seahawks coverage will be available on Seattle Sports 710AM and KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. Former NFL receiver Steve Raible handles play-by-play alongside ex-linebacker Dave Wyman, with Jen Mueller reporting from the sidelines.
Nationally, Westwood One will carry the game as well, featuring Ryan Radtke on play-by-play and former defensive lineman Mike Golic providing color analysis.