Since it's CBS's year to televise the Super Bowl, the play-by-play and color commentary will be handled by Jim Nantz and Phil Simms. Everyone has their favorite (and least favorite) sports broadcast team, and I've gotta admit, I don't really care for this one. I think Jim Nantz is fantastic in calling the action, and an all-around great sports announcer, but I also am of the opinion that Phil Simms is just awful and brings the whole broadcast down. You may agree or disagree, because this sort of thing is purely subjective. I like Joe Buck and Troy Aikman, but I've heard many fans express a contrary view, same with Mike Tirico and Jon Gruden.

This year's Super Bowl will be carried in 230 countries, so that leaves you with lots of options as far as play-by-play and analysis.

Unless you're a hardcore fan who has to have everything "correct," and "accurate," I think British commentator Anthony Richardson is the best option:

 

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