Michael Strahan’s post-NFL life has been anything but quiet. A titan on the gridiron, he pivoted smoothly into TV, becoming a fixture on FOX’s NFL Sunday and later Good Morning America. Behind the scenes, he runs SMAC Entertainment, a business venture that keeps him in the business spotlight. And now he’s heading into the high-stakes world of startup investing. 

Strahan is all set to feature in Season 17 of ABC’s Shark Tank. After Mark Cuban’s exit left a void, Strahan’s arrival signals a serious shake-up in the tank. Now the question is, can his competitive edge from football and media translate into big wins on Shark Tank? The answer is just weeks away.

To keep the buzz alive and give fans a sneak peek, Michael Strahan dropped a fresh update on his Instagram. The GMA star wrote, “Ever seen a shark with a gap in their teeth? LOL… Now you will…excited to be a Guest Shark @sharktankabc! 👊🏾💪🏾” The caption clearly shows his classic humor. Strahan’s humor shines through as he pokes fun at himself in the caption, and the pilot of Season 17 will drop on September 24th. And here’s what Strahan had to say about his experience on the set.

Talking about the experience on ABC’s Good Morning America, he was open about his nervousness: “It’s a lot of fun, and I was really surprised. I was really nervous, but once you get there, they’re amazing. They make you feel great. They really show you the ropes. I had a great time.” He also teased viewers with “you’ll have to watch to see” what goes down during his time in the tank. 

Alongside Strahan, the panel includes home lifestyle moguls Chip and Joanna Gaines, tech entrepreneur Alexis Ohanian, fashion icon Kendra Scott, and Allison Ellsworth. The veteran Sharks, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, and Barbara Corcoran, will still keep the heat on. This star-studded lineup means Season 17 promises new energy and a fresh perspective. And the trailer of the season guarantees nothing else.

“Seventeen years ago, Shark Tank started a revolution of ideas,” the narrator says right off the bat. Then you get hit with a wild mix of pitches. Think: turning lights on from across the room with a finger or a whole building that drops underground to escape wildfires. The trailer drops the biggie: “The life-changing series returns for a new era.” Translation? Mark Cuban’s out, focusing on family now. With new sharks like Michael Strahan stepping in, the tank’s ready for fresh energy, tougher battles, and deals. But while prepping for his debut on Tank, Strahan also surprised fans by confirming his participation in the Ryder Cup celebrity event at Bethpage Black.

Strahan’s surprising Ryder Cup celebrity showdown

He’s joining a star-studded American all-star team to take on Europe in a 10-hole scramble right before the actual Ryder Cup battle with golf’s top pros like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler. His teammates include former Giants quarterback Eli Manning and tennis legend John McEnroe.

Strahan has spoken confidently about his golf game in the past, telling Golf.com, “I don’t embarrass myself. I’m pretty good. My average is 81, but I’ll shoot in the 70s. I won’t embarrass myself. If you’re on my team, you won’t be disappointed.” Don’t mistake him for a casual golfer. He’s competed in tournaments like the Icons Series and several pro-ams, and his competitive edge clearly transfers from gridiron to green.

The celebrity lineup on Team USA is diverse. Country singers Kane Brown and Miranda Lambert, chef Bobby Flay, comedian Colin Jost, and singer Noah Kahan. But the competition is tough, with notable opponents. Including former NBA stars Toni Kukoc and Pau Gasol, actor Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Harry Potter actors Oliver Phelps and Tom Felton on Team Europe.

Strahan’s Ryder Cup role is a reminder he’s no one-trick pony. He’s juggling high-profile roles in media, business, and sports entertainment, cementing his status as a versatile multi-talent.