Carl Edwards Returns to NASCAR as Amazon Prime Analyst After 9-Year Absence

The former NASCAR star and Hall of Famer joins Amazon Prime's broadcast team for a five-race schedule, reflecting on his abrupt 2016 retirement and newfound connection to the sport.

Carl Edwards, a 28-time Cup Series winner and Hall of Famer, will serve as a racing analyst for Amazon Prime's five-race NASCAR schedule starting in May 2025.
Edwards retired unexpectedly in 2016, citing personal reasons including family and health, but has recently opened up about the deeper struggles and pivotal moments that led to his decision.
The 2016 Homestead-Miami championship race was a turning point for Edwards, where a late crash and 'phantom caution' led him to reassess his priorities and step away from racing.
Edwards' return was inspired by his family and a desire to reconnect with the sport, with his children showing interest in his racing career and legacy.
He will join a star-studded broadcast team, including Dale Earnhardt Jr., for Amazon Prime's coverage, which aims to bring fresh insights and fan engagement to NASCAR broadcasting.