If you're counting down the minutes for the NY Giants to take the field against the Minnesota Vikings, trust us when we say you're not alone. This is going to be the first opportunity for the G-Men to try and put the nightmares from 2023 fully behind them.
Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings are hoping to spoil the party, though. This game will be televised on FOX and the hope is Daniel Jones and Malik Nabers can connect for a touchdown or two in the rookie's debut. Should that happen, who will be on the call to try and make the memorable moment even better? We've got you covered with the broadcast info in this piece:
Announcers for NY Giants vs. Minnesota Vikings in Week 1
• Lead play-by-play announcer: Kenny Albert
• Color Commentator: Jonathan Vilma
• Sideline Reporter: Megan Olivi
Can you imagine Jones and Nabers hooking up for a score in the first quarter and Albert delivers one of his brilliant, passionate calls? Vilma also does a fantastic job with his color commentary, while Olivi will nail things like always from her sideline gig. This is a solid trio for the Giants vs. Vikings showdown.
Broadcast Network and Production Team:
• This game will indeed be televised by FOX for everyone to enjoy.
• For the local New York City and New Jersey market, this game will be televised on FOX5.
• The FOX production team is known for its brilliant work and more of the same will be on the way on Sunday. FOX delivers with great replays and slow-motion clips for everyone to enjoy.
Referees for the NY Giants vs. Minnesota Vikings battle
In addition to the broadcast team, we also know who will be running the show for the officials. The head referee for this one will be Alex Kemp, a veteran in the officiating game. Kemp has loads of experience, first appearing as an NFL field judge in 2014. Since then, he has also served as a side judge and head ref.
Since making the switch to head ref in 2018, Kemp has officiated four Giants games. He also was on the field for Giants' games as a field judge and side judge. Kemp has developed a reputation for being a fair and consistent official. Let's hope that trend continues in Week 1 with Minnesota in town.
Time and Channel for NY Giants vs. Minnesota Vikings in Week 1
Date: Sunday, Sept. 8
Time: 1 p.m. ET
Location: MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
Channel: FOX