Scott Hanson

Scott Hanson Since Fall 2009, Scott Hanson has captivated millions of fans as the host of NFL Network’s NFL RedZone, delivering comprehensive, live, seven-hour whip-around coverage of NFL games without commercial breaks on Sundays. Prior to leading this acclaimed program, Hanson graduated cum laude from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications in 1993, immediately launching his broadcasting career. He served as an anchor and reporter for WPBN-TV in Traverse City, Michigan, in 1993, before moving to WICS-TV in Springfield, Illinois, in 1994, and then to WFTS-TV in Tampa, Florida, where he gained experience covering the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Expanding his expertise beyond football, Hanson served as the blow-by-blow announcer for Spike TV’s Premier Boxing Champions series in 2015, demonstrating his capability in diverse sports broadcasting formats. His deep connection to the NFL extends to live event hosting, having served as an in-stadium host for an impressive 14 Super Bowls, engaging hundreds of thousands of attendees at the sport’s biggest annual event. Most recently, in 2024, Hanson expanded his global event coverage by co-hosting Peacock’s ‘Gold Zone’ simulcast for the Summer Olympics, where he provided 10 hours of multi-event coverage. His consistent presence on national platforms, combined with his authoritative and engaging delivery, solidifies his position as a highly sought-after talent in sports media.