When former Titans broadcaster Mike Keith announced he would be leaving for the University of Tennessee last January, owner Amy Adams Strunk immediately announced that Keith would be inducted into the Titans Ring of Honor.
Mike Keith
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That will happen officially Sunday at halftime of the game between the Titans and Indianapolis Colts at Nissan Stadium, as Keith will become the 19th member of the team’s Ring of Honor.
Keith began his role as the Titans’ play-by-play radio man in 1999, and he served 26 years in that role, calling each of the team’s games through 2024 before choosing to return to his alma mater to call Vols football and basketball games in 2025.
While with the Titans, Keith quickly drew national attention for his call of the famed “Music City Miracle,” when Tennessee earned a last-second playoff victory over Buffalo thanks to Kevin Dyson’s 75-yard kickoff touchdown return, on a cross-field lateral from the late Frank Wycheck.
Keith was also known for his signature “Saaaack!” calls whenever a Titans player tackled an opposing quarterback behind the line of scrimmage.
“Mike’s contributions extend far beyond the booth,” Strunk said in a statement in January.
“With an unparalleled talent that’s earned him 12 Tennessee Sportscaster of the Year awards, he’s brought our stories to life, shaped our identity, and helped build a devoted community of Titans fans from Tennessee to far corners of the globe.
“Mike Keith will forever remain the original Voice of the Titans … His legacy is not just in the accolades but in the hearts of millions who fell in love with this team, thanks to him.”
Taylor Zarzour was named to replace Keith and is in his first year on the job.
A Knoxville native, Keith grew up in Franklin and graduated from Battle Ground Academy. He then attended college at Tennessee, fromwhich both his wife and daughter also graduated. Keith’s grandfather, C.L. McPherson, played for former Vols coach General Neyland and lettered in 1932.
The other 18 members of the organization’s Ring of Honor are K.S. “Bud” Adams, Jr., Elvin Bethea, George Blanda, Robert Brazile, Earl Campbell, Jeff Fisher, Eddie George, Mike Holovak, Ken Houston, Billy “White Shoes” Johnson, Bruce Matthews, Steve McNair, Warren Moon, Mike Munchak, Jim Norton, O.A. “Bum” Phillips, Floyd Reese and Frank Wycheck.