Bob Papa vs. Verne Lundquist (Who’s more underrated?)

Speaking on background, other sportscasters mention Verne Lundquist as the most underrated voice in the business.

Lundquist, currently working the NCAAs for CBS, is not a flashy play-by-player. If he owns a signature call, it does not immediately come to mind.

In a field that rewards style, Lundquist is meat-and-potatoes solid. Lundquist has never been a No. 1 on any major sport. But he is an ideal No. 2 man.

Like Lundquist, Bob Papa also broadcasts for his listeners, not himself. Last weekend, Papa, the voice of the Giants, again demonstrated his versatile play-by-play skills, precisely calling the NCAAs on radio.

The Matchup likes to encourage non-self-promoters who don’t infringe on fans’ enjoyment. Lundquist and Papa both avoid this plague. All in all, Lundquist deserves to be a No. 1 at something. Now he’s got one – a Matchup victory.