New in-game coaches interviews will have tempered expectations under Andy Reid.

The Ravens visit the Chiefs on September 5th to kick off the NFL season.

New in-game coaches interviews will have tempered expectations under Andy Reid.
New in-game coaches interviews will have tempered expectations under Andy Reid.

In late February, NBC's Pro Football Talk reported on the NFL's plans for new rules regarding coaches' in-game media access.

Locker rooms will only be accessible to networks broadcasting games, and coaches will be interviewed by sideline reporters during games.

Andy Reid, the longtime Chiefs coach, announced that he will fulfill his in-game media requirements, starting on Sept. 5 when Kansas City hosts the Baltimore Ravens. However, he cautioned viewers about their expectations.

Andy Reid on the sidelines
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid watches from the sideline during the first half of a preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Aug. 10, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla.  (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

"Reid stated on Friday that he is not skilled at interviews during games and will not be flashy with them. He admitted that he is unsure about his performance, but he has to do it. As an NFL team player, he will give it a try, but don't expect much."

In the 2024 season, Reid will have 258 wins, placing him fourth on the NFL's all-time wins list.

The NFL Sunday Ticket trial transcript, which spans over 2,000 pages, contains information about in-game interviews. Cathy Yancy, the NFL's vice president of broadcasting rights, testified that coaches will be required to submit to an interview while games are in progress in 2024.

PFT reported that Yancy announced a new policy this year, requiring all clubs to provide a live head coach interview during the game.

"For all teams, a head coach must be provided, with one coach for each half. This applies to all TV partners."

Andy Reid in July 2024
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid answers questions from the media outside Scanlon Hall during the first day of Chiefs training camp at Missouri Western State University July 16, 2024, in St. Joseph, Mo. (Emily Curiel/The Kansas City Star/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

The NFL spokesperson later explained that, upon request from the broadcasting network, both teams must provide either their head coach or an offensive or defensive coordinator for an on-screen interview during quarter breaks or at halftime.

Andy Reid reacts during an NFL game
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid reacts to a touchdown during the second half against the Chicago Bears at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Aug. 22, 2024. (Jay Biggerstaff/USA Today Sports)

Rob Hyland, NBC Coordinating Producer, provided further information on what viewers can anticipate during a game.

"This year, we will have the opportunity to speak to a home team player in full uniform either at the end of warmups or just after runouts. Additionally, all network partners will have locker room access after the field clears, with 20 seconds of video per team."

If the Chiefs win the Super Bowl again, they will become the first team in NFL history to achieve three consecutive titles.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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