Greg Olsen is a name that resonates with sports fans, particularly those who are avid followers of the National Football League (NFL). The former football player, born on March 11, 1985, has left a lasting impact on the league during his impressive 14-season career.
Hailing from Paterson, New Jersey, Olsen began his football journey at the University of Miami before being drafted by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the NFL Draft in 2007. Standing at an imposing six feet and five inches and weighing 255 pounds, Olsen made his mark as a tight end and a three-time Pro Bowler during his time with the NFL.
In 2019, Olsen played his final season with the Carolina Panthers before officially retiring in 2020. But retirement didn’t mean the end of his involvement in the world of football. In 2021, Olsen transitioned to a broadcasting role with FOX Sports, joining the network as the number two NFL game analyst.
Fast forward to May 31, 2022, and Olsen’s role at FOX Sports was elevated even further when it was announced that he would be joining Kevin Burkhardt as part of the lead NFL broadcast team for the 2022-23 season. The dynamic duo will be calling the top matchups in the upcoming season, taking over from Troy Aikman and Joe Buck who recently departed for ESPN.
Olsen and Burkhardt’s partnership goes back two decades, with Burkhardt having covered some of Olsen’s high school football games during his playing days. The chemistry between the two analysts has been evident since 2021 and will continue to entertain NFL fans in the fall of 2022.
However, in a surprising turn of events in May 2024, it was revealed that Olsen would be stepping away from his broadcasting duties to pursue a different project. The former NFL star will be replaced by none other than legendary quarterback Tom Brady, as Olsen shifts his focus to his new venture, Youth Inc – a digital media network dedicated to youth sports content.
Despite his retirement from professional football, Olsen’s legacy lives on, both on the field and in the world of sports broadcasting. With an estimated net worth of $16 million, Olsen has solidified his status as one of the most respected figures in the NFL community.
Off the field, Olsen has been married to his wife Kara Dooley for 13 years, and together they have three children – T.J. Olsen, Tate Olsen, and Talbot Olsen. As he embarks on this new chapter in his career, fans can be sure that Greg Olsen’s impact on the world of sports will continue to be felt for years to come.
