CBS Makes Big Announcement on Ernie Johnson Ahead of March Madness
Summary
CBS announced that Ernie Johnson will not host the early rounds of this year's NCAA Tournament. He will return to cover the Final Four games. Nate Burleson, along with others, will temporarily replace him for the initial rounds.Key Facts
- Ernie Johnson is stepping back from hosting the early rounds of the NCAA Tournament this year.
- Johnson will return to host the Final Four, held on April 4 and April 6, 2026.
- Nate Burleson, Adam Zucker, and Adam Lefkoe will take turns hosting the early round coverage.
- Ernie Johnson has hosted the NCAA Tournament coverage with CBS since 2011.
- Johnson continues to be a key figure in basketball broadcasting, covering both NCAA and NBA games.
- Last season, Johnson and CBS paid tribute to the late Greg Gumbel during their coverage.
- March Madness begins on March 17 in Dayton, Ohio, with the Final Four games to be held in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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