Carl Edwards has expressed interest in returning to NASCAR in some capacity this year and has hinted at a potential move into television. The former driver, who unexpectedly retired at age 36 after narrowly missing out on the 2016 Cup Series Championship, was recently inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. During his induction speech on Friday night, Edwards made a surprising statement, revealing that he was actually glad he didn’t win the championship in the dramatic season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
According to the Associated Press, Edwards confirmed that he intends to be involved in NASCAR again this season, though he didn’t specify in what role. However, he did indicate an interest in television, which has fueled speculation about his potential return as an analyst.
Notably, Amazon Prime Video has not yet finalized its broadcast team as it prepares for its debut season covering NASCAR. With a major new TV deal in place, Amazon Prime is set to air a 10-race stretch beginning with the Coca-Cola 600 on Memorial Day weekend and concluding with the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This opens the door for Edwards to possibly join the on-air lineup.
If he secures a role with Amazon Prime, Edwards could work alongside fellow Hall of Fame inductee Dale Earnhardt Jr., who has already been confirmed as part of the broadcast team. Earnhardt Jr. will be joined in the booth by Adam Alexander and Steve Letarte, covering races for both Amazon Prime Video and TNT Sports, which is also returning to the NASCAR broadcasting scene.
While Edwards has not officially announced any television deal, his recent comments suggest he is eager to be back in the sport. Given his experience and deep knowledge of NASCAR, a transition to broadcasting would be a natural fit. If he does land a role, his presence alongside Earnhardt Jr. would add another layer of excitement for fans, as both former drivers bring strong insights and engaging personalities to the booth.
As NASCAR enters a new era of media coverage, the possibility of Edwards joining the broadcast team adds intrigue to an already significant shift in the sport’s television landscape. Whether as an analyst or in another capacity, his return would be a welcome sight for many who have missed his presence in the sport.
