Carrie Underwood is facing a fresh wave of NFL fan backlash just as the new season gets under way, after her performances for President Trump sparked calls for NBC to find a replacement. Ahead of the 13 September 2026 opening fixture between the New York Giants and the Dallas Cowboys, some viewers are demanding a new face for the weekly broadcast. It is a push driven by recent political scrutiny, alongside a simple sense of viewer fatigue.
To recall, the popular country music star first joined the network's primetime lineup in 2013. She originally stepped in to replace Faith Hill, debuting her rendition of 'Waiting All Day for Sunday Night.' Since 2013, her musical numbers have become a staple for millions of American football supporters tuning into Sunday Night Football.
