Keith Jackson Retires

College football announcer Keith Jackson retired today. I've got nothing against the guy, but I'm kind of glad to hear that he made this decision. The past couple years, it's been rather painful to watch games with him as announcer. He just didn't seem to know what was going on anymore.

"Matt Leinart completes a pass to Reggie Bush at the Texas 23-yard line (as the referees signal incomplete). That'll make it first and ten for USC, driving once again in Texas territory."

Fouts then would chime in, "Actually, I think they called it incomplete."

Jackson would respond, "Ahh, yes, I think you're right Dan. That sure was a close one. I wonder if they'll review it. Well, instead, it'll bring up a 3rd down and a few to go."

Fouts would comment again, "Actually, it's 4th down now. They're bringing the kicker out."

"Yes, and again, you are correct."

This didn't just happen on one play. It happened on and off all game. I felt bad for Fouts at times. He had two jobs to perform on gameday: 1) To say what he wanted to say and 2) To listen to Keith very carefully, so he could make corrections.

Keith, you had a good run of it, but it was definitely time to go. Now, I hope Brent Musburger and Craig James make their way out the exit door. Unfortunately, James is rather young, so he may be around for a while.