NFL Players Who Could Serve as Excellent Analysts

Life after the NFL may seem uneventful for most former players, which is why many put down the pigskin and pick up a microphone.

While most former players aren't as good in front of a teleprompter as they were on a football field, a few current players could serve as excellent analysts. 

Whether it's their respected career statistics, overall knowledge of the game or outright charisma, fans would take a liking to these men behind the mic. 

The Extra Point: Robert Griffin III Already Has a Career After the NFL

Robert Griffin III has yet to play a game in the NFL, but he's already in the process of captivating the entire football world.

While at the NFL Scouting Combine in February, it's been said RG3 stole the show while on the podium.

He's highly intelligent and everybody wants to be in his presence. Even after he hangs up his spikes, audiences will tune in to hear him speak. 

Expect to see RG3 calling games for an audience near you around the year 2027. 

Ronde Barbe Will Follow in Tiki's Footsteps

Ronde Barber is a future Hall of Fame player. He could easily become a fan favorite in the booth, too.

The man knows the ins and outs of the NFL better than most, and what fans need is insight. 

Barber is one of the most respected cornerbacks in the league and has uber-impressive stats to prove it: 43 interceptions, 27 sacks, 1,142 tackles in 225 career games.

With some tutelage from his twin brother Tiki, Ronde could become a mainstay as an analyst. 

Who Wouldn't Want to Hear Tony Gonzalez Talk Sports?

Tony Gonzalez is the best tight end to ever play in the NFL.

He was the "new age" NFL tight end 10 years before anyone realized what the "new age" tight end was.

Gonzalez is talented in everything he does and could easily transition into the world of commentating. He could even call college basketball games and reminisce about his days at Cal shooting hoops with Jason Kidd. 

Gonzalez boasts an infectious, outgoing personality that is meant for the masses. He knows how to please a crowd.

Drew Brees Knows How to Pump Up Everyone Within an Earshot

If there's one thing that's certain for record-breaking NFL quarterbacks, it's that they'll always have a job as an analyst after their playing days are done.

Drew Brees in no exception to this ongoing trend in the NFL. Fans should expect to see him on television for years to come after his career comes to an end. 

Anyone that can cause a city like New Orleans to party like there's no tomorrow all by himself deserves to be on TV as much as possible. 

Brees fits the bill and may even take over for Dan Marino when he's good and ready. 

Ray Lewis Always Commands Attention

ANY DOGS IN THE HOUSE?!

NFL fans can't help but watch Ray Lewis' every move.

The Baltimore Ravens; hallmark player enthralls all as he demands the best out of everyone he comes across.

There's no question Lewis will have a job after his days are done. He's one of the greatest linebackers to ever play in the NFL and will make one helluva announcer.

One can only imagine the electricity flowing through fans' veins after Lewis gives the viewing audience a pregame pep talk. 

His commanding presence is felt even at home. Whenever he speaks—you listen.

Who Doesn't Want to Listen to Jared Allen Talk About Anything and Everything?

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen is a class A-1 screwball.

The man has more than a few loose screws in his head, but that's okay with NFL fans. 

Allen is the most entertaining player in the entire NFL and if CMT doesn't get to him first, he'll have a job talking football after his career is over.

He's the definition of a country boy, mullet and all.

The thing about Allen is that he can walk the walk while his mouth runs a marathon. His 22 sacks in 2011 prove that.

Some people would even pay to watch Allen's antics, and that's all that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell needs to hear. 

Expect to see all Allen, all the time on television in the near future. 

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