We all know that unlike TNT and ESPN, Fox is keeping NASCAR coverage in 2015, adding more Cup races and also getting back the first half of what will soon be known as the Xfinity Series. But what could be uncertain is three-time Cup champion Darrell Waltrip's status as a commentator with Fox. Since its debut in 2001, NASCAR on Fox has featured Waltrip, Mike Joy and Larry McReynolds as its commentators in races (except standalone Xfinity races from 2001-2006) and some practices and qualifying sessions. But Waltrip's latest contract with Fox had him through the 2014 season, which is now over. Furthermore, fellow former driver Phil Parsons has appeared in place of Waltrip during many practice and qualifying telecasts on Fox Sports 1 this year.
Is this a sign that Parsons has been lined up to replace Waltrip in race broadcasts? It's possible since Waltrip has yet to sign another extension, but I don't want to start any rumors either. Either way, Parsons is no stranger to commentating. He first appeared on telecasts with Joy as early as 1984, a good three decades ago, and was one of the standalone Xfinity commentators on Fox/FX during their original six-season NASCAR television contract. Some things like Waltrip's famous "boogity boogity boogity" would be gone, and NASCAR on Fox wouldn't be the same as it once was. But maybe this is all speculation and Waltrip could be staying after all.
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