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“Troy Aikman Is Not Like That”: Terry Bradshaw Takes a Firm Stand Amid Cowboys Legend’s Feud With Joe Buck

Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are going through a contract rift, putting their nearly 25-year-long broadcasting partnership in jeopardy. This feud has drawn plenty of commentary, and Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw is one of the names who recently talked…

By Dhruv Singh · EssentiallySports

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 1:21 AM

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Terry Bradshaw defended Troy Aikman amid reports of a contract-related rift with longtime broadcasting partner Joe Buck.
The dispute reportedly began after Buck signed a six-year, $108 million extension with ESPN without Aikman's knowledge.
Aikman's ESPN contract expires after the Super Bowl in February, leaving him set to become a free agent.

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Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw has addressed the reported contract feud between longtime broadcast partners Joe Buck and Troy Aikman. Bradshaw stated that he spoke with Buck and found it hard to believe Aikman would be upset purely over money. The tension reportedly emerged after Buck signed a six-year, $108 million extension with ESPN, while Aikman's existing contract is set to expire after the Super Bowl in February.

Aikman stated he will finish the season before entering free agency, reportedly feeling upset that Buck kept his contract negotiations quiet. Front Office Sports reported the pair argued before Monday Night Football on October 12, though Buck denied responsibility for Aikman's contract situation. Despite the strain, the duo remains scheduled to call this season's Super Bowl together.

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