Carl Edwards Signs with Amazon for NASCAR Coverage

Carl Edwards is set to join Amazon's NASCAR coverage on Prime Video as a studio analyst, marking his return to the national stage after retiring from the sport in 2016 at just 36 years old.

What happened?

Edwards, a NASCAR Hall of Famer with 38 wins and two championship runner-ups, abruptly retired from the sport and disappeared from the spotlight. He will join Danielle Trotta and Corey Lajoie as a studio analyst, with Adam Alexander calling play-by-play coverage alongside Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte in the booth.

Why it matters for Carl Edwards

Edwards' decision to join Amazon's NASCAR coverage came after a visit to a jiu-jitsu class at his home in Missouri, where he met with Amazon representatives. "I just threw this out there and I thought, 'This is crazy,'" Edwards said, explaining how the deal was made.

What comes next?

Amazon announced NBC veteran Marty Snider, former Daytona 500 winner Trevor Bayne, and Kim Coon as pit reporters, completing their studio lineup. The streamer will take its first turn at NASCAR coverage later this year as part of the sport's brand new media deals, with Edwards' signing being a coup for the company. Edwards' return to the national stage is highly anticipated, given his successful career in NASCAR, including his 38 wins and two championship runner-ups. As a studio analyst, Edwards will bring his expertise and insights to the coverage, providing fans with a unique perspective on the sport. The addition of Edwards to Amazon's NASCAR coverage is a significant move, as it brings a well-known and respected figure in the sport to the streaming platform. With his experience and knowledge, Edwards is expected to make a significant contribution to the coverage, and his return to the national stage is likely to generate significant interest among NASCAR fans.