Janet W. Lee NBC is down to play “College Bowl” again, with new host Peyton Manning.The network has ordered a 10-episode, straight-to-series revival of the quiz show hosted by the former NFL player and two-time Super Bowl champion quarterback.
A premiere date has yet to be announced.“I’ve always loved intense college competition, so I’m thrilled to be part of the team bringing back ‘College Bowl,'” said Manning. “Having personally seen the profound impact scholarships can make on deserving students, I can’t wait for the moment when we get to award life-changing scholarships to the winning team.”The series will pit teams of college students head-to-head in a battle of scholarships and the title of “College Bowl” champions.
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