Irvin is not the most articulate sportscaster around, but we have all heard much worse. I appreciate his (and others') perspective as an ex-player. I would rather hear a mush-mouthed opinion from a guy who has played the game than a pontification from some pin-head who never strapped on a helmet. In a perfect world, only the most articulate former-players would do all the commentating, but I guess Irvin et al bring a perspective and persona that keeps it interesting.