Mike Tirico is a competent play-by-play announcer whose off-air personality and delivery are criticized as lacking warmth, rendering him a mechanical figure in broadcasting.
Despite Mike Tirico's proficiency in play-by-play announcing, his personality is described as either nonexistent or unappealing, leading to a disconnect with the audience.
NBC values Tirico's reliability over personality, treating him similar to a 'boring but reliable' McDonald's hamburger, showing a preference for efficiency in sports broadcasting.
The piece highlights the tension between the professionalism expected of play-by-play announcers and the necessity for them to be engaging to create a comfortable viewing experience.
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