Rodney Harrison (Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images)

Rodney Harrison spoke out about his viral freeze-up during the pregame show of NBC’s “Sunday Night Football.”

The two-time Super Bowl champion had everyone worried after he stopped speaking abruptly while discussing the Washington Commanders’ defense.

It left fans wondering if he was having health issues.

Asked to break down how Denver could attack Washington’s defense, Harrison began his answer before abruptly stopping mid-sentence.

He would then lean in and ask for the question to be repeated before saying, “That’s it. I’m sorry, guys.”

Speaking to MassLive, the two-time Super Bowl champion safety with the Patriots said he was “working on a few hours of sleep” in response to his sudden freeze-up.

“I was exhausted working on a few hours of sleep watching my son play Saturday night. I had 3 hours of sleep on Sunday and had to work all day,” Harrison told the outlet via text Monday. “I was suffering from exhaustion. But I’m good.”

Harrison has two kids playing Division I college football.

One son, Christian, plays safety for Cincinnati, while R.J. plays cornerback for Wofford College.

Following Sunday Night Football, Rodney Harrison looked completely fine as he interviewed Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain following the 27-26 overtime affair.

Rodney Harrison Was A Feared Defensive Player On The Football Field

November 13, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; ESPN broadcaster Rodney Harrison before the game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Fans know Rodney Harrison as an analyst on NBC, but he made his name on the football field.

The ex-Patriots star played 15 years in the league.

During that time, the two-time All-Pro recorded 34 interceptions, 30½ sacks, and 1,206 combined tackles.

The two-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots also earned two Pro Bowl selections and was named First-team All-Pro twice.

The fifth-round pick out of Western Illinois became one of the most versatile defensive backs in league history. He remains the only defensive back in NFL history with 30+ sacks and 30+ interceptions.

Rodney Harrison retired in 2009.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.