Overview

• Carter quit effective immediately after more than 16 years as the Chiefs’ stadium announcer, a tenure that included six AFC Championship games at Arrowhead.
• He said a request from the team’s production partner to give his signature “It’s. third. down.” prompt to another announcer crossed his red line.
• Carter previously adjusted elements of his delivery during the 2024–25 playoffs and was told to make further changes entering this season.
• The Chiefs issued a brief statement thanking Carter for his service and said they respect his decision, and no replacement has been announced for the home opener against the Eagles.
• Carter said he will focus on his radio and podcast work and on a 2026 run for a seat in the Jackson County Legislature.