Tom Pelissero Lands Gig At Netflix Following Unexpected Layoff From NFL Network

August 17, 2026 2:31 PM ET Huge get for Netflix!Back in July, ESPN unexpectedly laid off NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero despite a year remaining on his contract. With that being said, it didn’t take long for Pelissero to find a new home.According to an announcement from Netflix, Pelissero will be employed as both an NFL Insider and sideline reporter for the streaming service’s five-game schedule in the 2026 season. (RELATED: Von Miller Signs With Cowboys On 1-Year Contract: REPORT)Pelissero will also be co-hosting “The Ringer NFL Show,” while making appearances on numerous NFL podcasts ran by The Ringer. Pelissero will also be appearing weekly on “The Bill Simmons Podcast.”Netflix is the streaming home for multiple podcasts operated by The Ringer. With ESPNFL, Pelissero had one year re