Crossword clue

“*NFL analyst with a sad demeanor?”

This clue appeared as Across in the LA Times Crossword on Friday, October 9, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.

Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
HOWIELONG
Letters9
Starts withH
Ends withG
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “*NFL analyst with a sad demeanor?” ran in the LA Times Crossword on October 9, 2026 as Across. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with H and ends with G, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “*NFL analyst with a sad demeanor?” clue?+

The answer is HOWIELONG (9 letters), from the LA Times Crossword of October 9, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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