End of an era? Charissa Thompson's Fox contract is up as Terry Bradshaw eyes retirement

The NFL season may be over, but the offseason drama is just getting started-this time, off the field. As Fox Sports looks ahead to the next phase of its NFL coverage, a major question looms over the network's pregame show.

Charissa Thompson, the longtime host of Fox NFL Kickoff, is officially out of contract. There's no word yet on an extension, leaving her future with the network uncertain. And with Terry Bradshaw announcing his retirement timeline, the iconic Fox NFL Sunday crew could be in for some big changes in the coming years.

Thompson, 41, has been a familiar face at Fox Sports for over a decade, balancing her NFL pregame duties with other roles, including Thursday Night Football for Prime Video. She recently reflected on her experience covering Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, where she expressed deep gratitude for the network.

"I love Fox so much because my brother and my dad came to the Super Bowl, and Fox's family to me, so my own family like sharing in those moments," Thompson shared on her Calm Down with Erin and Charissa podcast.

Despite her clear affection for the company, there's been no official word on whether she'll return next season.

Bradshaw's final countdown: Fox NFL Sunday faces a new era

Meanwhile, Bradshaw, a four-time Super Bowl champion turned analyst, is looking toward the finish line. The 76-year-old revealed that he plans to retire after the 2029 Super Bowl when he turns 80.

"If we can get to the next Super Bowl, I'll be 80. I think that's time," Bradshaw said in New Orleans.

His departure will mark the end of an era for Fox NFL Sunday, which has remained largely unchanged for decades.

With Bradshaw planning his exit and Thompson's contract status unclear, Fox could be heading toward a significant shake-up. Fellow analyst Jimmy Johnson, 81, was also honored with a career tribute during the Super Bowl broadcast, sparking speculation about his future.

If Thompson doesn't return, Fox will have another major decision to make about its pregame lineup. Will they re-sign her? Will they go in a new direction entirely?

As the offseason unfolds, Fox Sports faces some key decisions. With viewership for Fox NFL Sunday hitting record numbers during Super Bowl LIX, the network will want to ensure a smooth transition if big names like Bradshaw and Thompson don't return.