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A full slate today with Hans Von Spakovsky on the Federal government's intentions to scrutinize California's elections, JD Vance will appear on the View, and Kayleigh Kozak gives us her abuse story, and why it could change national laws.
Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. Mike reacted to the news that Aaron Rodgers plans to retire after the 2026 season. Mike felt like that was the story last season too. Mike acknowledged that there are better weapons and better options in the Steelers offense. How long does the rekindled relationship between Mike McCarthy and Rodgers last after the rocky finish in Green Bay? Mike thinks the pick six against the Texans in the playoff game probably gnawed at Rodgers as someone that holds the best TD-INT ratio in NFL history. Mike thinks this is the best news for the Steelers. Is Rodgers going to empty his tank in 2026? The NFL announced we could see up to 10 international games as early as next season and teams can no longer protect any of their home games. That means we could see Steelers-Ravens in another country one day. Mike basically said we will just have to deal with what the NFL does internationally and why TV revenue is the ultimate factor. What is the status of the current NFL-TV deals with the influx of streaming services?
Aaron Rodgers told reporters today ‘this is it' and that 2026 will be his final season in the NFL. 22 years total and 2 in Pittsburgh as the future Hall of Famer gets set for one more go-round. Does it make you feeling better about this upcoming season? Rodgers has no choice but to lay it all out there. We saw Rodgers step up in some big moments last season. Not all of them, but some where he was the difference. Rodgers also answered how hard the decision was to come back after Mike Tomlin announced his resignation. What can we expect from his final season? Did throwing a pick six as his final pass play any factor in Rodgers coming back? Does the Aaron Rodgers news change anything? Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. Mike reacted to the news that Aaron Rodgers plans to retire after the 2026 season. Mike felt like that was the story last season too. Mike acknowledged that there are better weapons and better options in the Steelers offense. How long does the rekindled relationship between Mike McCarthy and Rodgers last after the rocky finish in Green Bay? Mike thinks the pick six against the Texans in the playoff game probably gnawed at Rodgers as someone that holds the best TD-INT ratio in NFL history. Mike thinks this is the best news for the Steelers. Is Rodgers going to empty his tank in 2026? The NFL announced we could see up to 10 international games as early as next season and teams can no longer protect any of their home games. That means we could see Steelers-Ravens in another country one day. Mike basically said we will just have to deal with what the NFL does internationally and why TV revenue is the ultimate factor. What is the status of the current NFL-TV deals with the influx of streaming services?
Connor goes on a rant over NFL TV ratings.
Congratulations to NFL fans in nine cities across America! Commissioner Roger Goodell has just given you the proverbial one finger salute. The man in charge of America’s fall pro football league has no problem asking you to pay up, shut-up, and watch meaningless August preseason football games at your NFL stadium every year. Meanwhile, Commissioner Goodell and his band of merry billionaire owners have just pilfered a league record nine regular season home games this fall and moved them them overseas. That’s two more games than in 2025 and four more than in 2024 or previous years. Notice the trend? I was excited a few weeks ago in reviewing the list of 2026 NFL opponents for each team. My two favorite black and gold NFL teams (the New Orleans Saints and Pittsburgh Steelers) were slated to play this fall in the Louisiana Superdome. Until… The greedy NFL pirated the Saints’ Week 7 home game against the Steelers and moved it to be played…in Paris, France!?? Sacre Bleu! Yes, we know that French explorers founded New Orleans in 1718. In 1803, the United States acquired the city and a vast region located west of the Mississippi River in what became known as the Louisiana Purchase for a bargain price of $15 million. New Orleans’ tourist appeal relies heavily on its French roots. The city’s famous French Quarter features street signs reminding visitors and locals of the city’s French history. You can stroll down Rue Royale (Royal Street) to enjoy a few biegnets and Community Coffee at Cafe Du Monde. Magnifique! Even the New Orleans Saints’ team logo features a French fleur de lis. Yes, I will begrudgingly give credit to someone in the NFL’s scheduling office for coming up with the idea of sending the New Orleans Saints to play a game in Paris. But why did the NFL rob Saints fans of a chance to watch our beloved WhoDats play the vaunted Pittsburgh Steelers in the Superdome? Saints fans wouldn’t be nearly as torqued if the league had selected a different home game this fall against (let’s say) the Cleveland Browns or Las Vegas Raiders. C’est parti pour les Steelers… (Here we go Steelers…) Pittsburgh Steelers fans aren’t necessarily thrilled about moving the road game in New Orleans all the way to France, either. The six-time Super Bowl champions have one of the NFL’s largest traveling contingents. Visitors to New Orleans in late October are treated to some of the best weather of the year in the Crescent City. Local hotels, restaurants, bars and retailers are going to miss cashing-in on 10,000 or more fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers that weekend, too. Thanks for nothing, NFL! The Week 7 game on October 25 in Paris, France will probably still feature thousands of Terrible Towels being waved by fans in attendance. You have to wonder how much money those French football fans will be charged to buy them, though. This migration onto the world stage by the NFL is quite deliberate Commissioner Roger Goodell (it’s OK to “boo” right here) first sent the Arizona Cardinals to play a regular season NFL game vs. the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City in 2005. Since then, the league has continued to add more and more regular season games played outside of the United States. London is the leader in number of NFL games played outside the continental United States. A total of 48 NFL games have been played in London since 2007. In fact, a minimum of two NFL games have been played in London annually since 2013. This year will feature three consecutive weeks of NFL regular season games being played in London during October. But why? The unfortunate Jacksonville Jaguars have been dispatched to London a total of 14 times over the past 13 seasons. As usual, J-ville travels to Jolly ol’ England again this fall. The Jaguars are scheduled to play the Philadelphia Eagles on October 11 in London. Many observers (including me) believe that the Jacksonville NFL franchise is going to be relocated to London at some point in the not-too-distant future. Germany has become a popular recent destination for NFL teams. Five games have already been played on German soil since 2022. The New England Patriots and Detroit Lions will play in Munich this season on November 15. Mexico City has hosted four NFL regular season games since 2016. The Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers will play a Sunday night game in Mexico City on November 22. Brazil will host its third NFL regular season game in three years. The Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys will play in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, September 27. Australia gets its first NFL game, too. The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams are being dispatched to Melbourne for a Week 1 encounter on September 10. Rounding out the NFL’s frequent flier schedule will be the Cincinnati Bengals and Atlanta Falcons flying to Madrid, Spain for a game on November 8. The NFL’s nine game international schedule is a new record. There were seven games played overseas in 2025 and “just” five in 2024. Have you figured out why the NFL is doing this? If you guessed, “To make even more money!”, you are correct! Don’t believe the NFL’s baloney about “growing the game internationally”. It’s all about this massive financial private enterprise growing their already bloated bank accounts. The NFL earns millions from the ticket sales, concessions, merchandise, and rights it receives to play regular season games in international venues. Even more importantly, the league is setting the proverbial hooks right now. They want millions of new international fans to become addicted to American pro football each fall. These countries represent fresh sources of potential income for the NFL. Online broadcasters such as Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, YouTube, Peacock, and Paramount+ are expected to generate massive new international revenue sources for the NFL. Math lesson – How many people are watching these online providers in the US and other countries? These numbers may surprise you. Let’s start with Netflix. According to one source, these six countries have the most Netflix subscribers: USA – 66.7 million United Kingdom – 18.4 million Brazil – 16.6 million Germany – 16.6 million Mexico – 13.9 million France – 13.6 million Purely by coincidence (cough), the NFL will be playing at least one regular season football game in each of those countries this fall! Did you know that Amazon Prime Video has more than 160 million viewers in the United States alone? It is already available in 240 other countries worldwide. As for YouTube, I was surprised to learn that India is their number one country for viewership with 491 million YouTubers. They claim that the US has 253 million YouTube customers. Next comes Brazil (144 mm), Mexico (84 mm), and Japan (79 mm). Peacock (owned by NBC Universal) boasts of 36 million mostly-US subscribers. Paramount + (which also owns CBS) claims have 79 million subscribers in 29 different countries. Traditional NFL television outlets better watch out – soon! That villainous NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (feel free to “boo” him again here) dropped hints recently that the NFL may utilize its right to opt-out of several existing television deals as early as the fall, 2029 football season. The NFL’s current TV deals began in 2021 and run for 11 years. That means that Fox Sports, CBS, and NBC should be “safe” through the football year 2032. Maybe. A voluntary renegotiation with one or more of the current broadcasters to extend their deals (at a significantly higher price, of course) may be underway even now. The NFL has begun receiving greater pushback from the public recently. Last week, restaurant and bar associations in Iowa and Wisconsin demanded congressional investigations as to the NFL’s “one-size-fits-all” new distribution plan for its Sunday Ticket package. The NFL will provide just one untested internet-based online distribution this fall after retail customers enjoyed years of service via satellite. Smartly, the football giant wants to avoid closer oversight now as franchise owners focus on a gigantic pot of international gold on the horizon. The crafty NFL is playing a game of chess with football fans and US broadcasters There is no reason for the NFL to push too hard right now. Franchise owners are booking record profits. The NFL doesn’t have a viable competitor trying to steal some of their massively popular pro football audiences. Yet. The NFL has built a 32-team professional football monopoly in the United States. It is seeking to expand its empire worldwide and reap even greater profits and franchise valuations. Football fans can still have the last laugh The NFL has slowly grown interest in its product over several decades. Traditional television networks now have advertisers salivating to reach an average of 19 million mostly male viewers generally within the prime buying demographic of ages 25 to 49. The NFL has quietly grown a new audience. Millions of casual and professional gamblers are now wagering on weekly NFL games via a variety of online betting providers. Tapping into the international market is another attempt by this behemoth sports enterprise called the NFL to expand its financial reach into more untapped markets. “Joe NFL Fan” in the United States must prepare for these changes. Should he spend more money to start watching a growing portion of his weekly slate of NFL games online or simply go on an NFL TV diet soon? Barring any new fall football competition, the NFL appears confident that the loss of any former US-based viewers will be minimal when compared to adding millions of new international customers. This process is unfolding right in front of your eyes like a deliberate game of chess. The NFL confidently believes they have you trapped. They have not declared, “Checkmate” just yet. The giant sports enterprise called the NFL is going to eventually force you to start paying to watch their product soon. Or, you can opt out and enjoy your weekends without the NFL. Those choices are coming – sooner than you think. The post Welcome to the in-FL appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David start by talking stand-up comedy, specifically Bryan's time at the Netflix Is a Joke Festival. Then they talk about what's going on with the NFL TV rights negotiations (12:30), The Daily Wire fading away (24:33), Draymond Green vs. Charles Barkley (31:13), and much more. Then Bryan is joined by Politico's California bureau chief, Melanie Mason, to talk about the Los Angeles mayoral race and the California gubernatorial race (47:31). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David ShoemakerGuest: Melanie MasonProducers: Bruce Baldwin, Isaiah Blakely, and Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Grumpy Brothers Ted & Chris Ludvigsen begin this all football episode with the upcoming NFL Draft. The discussion continues with the latest on the Lamar Jackson contract status and ends with the recent news on the lawsuit & DOJ investigation into the NFL TV contracts. There are also grumps & trivia - hope you enjoy!
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*Timestamps are approximate* 0:00 Podcast intro with Dave & Chuck "The Freak"0:01 - - - AD MARKER - - -0:01 Jason is back, talks about his procedure0:12 Dave had a couple of weird encounters at the grocery store near the studio0:22 EMAIL: Marketplace ad with a real nasty foot in the photo0:27 New Buckee's causing traffic isues0:32 NEWS0:32 DARK SIDED0:32 Groom accidentally gunned down a friend during bachelor party0:36 Another near collision between airplane and trucks on taxiway0:40 Old guy fought off woman who tried to kidnap his grandbaby0:43 Grandparents brought baby back home in the middle of the night0:47 Home intruder call at night turned out to be a gator int he family pool0:49 Bo, the One-Eyed Beaver0:53 Dog left in a car was honking car horn0:56 - - - AD MARKER - - -0:58 Dave had the Boy Band voices set on his Waze1:02 CELEBRITY DIRT1:02 Tigers outfielders collided with each other 1:05 Department of Justice investigation into NFL TV rights1:07 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce changed up their wedding venue1:13 Diddy's lawyer's new strategy to get him out of prison1:19 Taylor Momsen was attacked by an animal again on tour1:21 Kelly Rippa talks about getting her ass micro-needled1:31 Gen Z is now the most active movie-going generation1:33 Personal tape players are making a comeback along with cassettes1:38 - - - AD MARKER - - -1:40 FLORIDA'S EFFED UP & MUGSHOT OF THE DAY1:40 Police chase ends with PIT Maneuver1:46 Guy was driving nude, wearing only a construction hard hat1:49 Naked guy with a gun at a Tesla service center1:51 A guy who was arrested for the 98th time1:55 Manager of a sober bar busted drunk driving1:59 More footage of the quadrouple amputee murder suspect doing amazing things2:10 Miner rescued after being trapped in water for 2 weeks2:16 A woman sneezed out a worm2:18 Feather found inside of a granola bar2:23 SUCKS TO BE OLD2:23 A 71-year-old phone sex operator2:29 - - - AD MARKER - - -2:30 ASK DAVE & CHUCK "THE FREAK"2:30 EMAIL: Guy is sending her strange pics after meeting him at the dog park2:44 EMAIL: How does he get his lady to shave more often?2:49 EMAIL: She often encounters her partner in his masturbation routine2:59 - - - AD MARKER - - -3:01 NEWS3:01 FAST FOOD FREAKOUT3:01 Woman was killed after argument over onion rings3:07 A guy choked a woman, pulled a knife on customer at a pizza parlor3:11 - - - AD MARKER - - -3:13 Marketplace meetup that ended in gunfire3:15 Couples are not buying engagement rings anymore3:19 Orphaned baby chick finds comfort with a feather duster3:21 - - - AD MARKER - - -3:23 TIMES OF INDIA3:23 A woman who was declared brain dead regained consciousness after ambulance hit pot hole END OF SHOWSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The playoff chances for the Nashville Predators took a hit last night with a 4-1 loss in Utah. Do they need to win the rest of the three regular season game remaining to make it? What did we think about Saros last night, and will they consider giving Annunen any of these starts down the stretch? We take your phones. We discuss some news regarding the NFL TV and streaming deals. Plus, which Dore or Vol in this NFL Draft will have the best career?
Tuesday, April 09, 2026 Inside Sports with Al Eschbach -Craig Humphrey's Masters update from Augusta, Jeff and Scissorhands call in, Al's Walk of Shame, NFL TV Mess and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X Follow Tony Z on Instagram and Facebook Listen to past episodes HERE! Follow Inside Sports Podcasts on Apple, Google and SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your favorite podcast hosts didn't take the week off. You're welcome. Mike's on dad duty. j dawg's got a telescope. The NFL wants billions more for the same games. And our AI model is predicting playoff winners. let's go.
Hour 4 includes Shohei Ohtani's dominant performance as Japan defeats China in the first game of the World Baseball Classic, followed by a discussion on Raheem Mostert calling out Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel's leadership style. Joe compares coaching approaches with Jason Taylor, noting the balance between holding players accountable and supporting them, and stresses that McDaniel would need to adjust his style if he wants to succeed as a head coach again. Mike Florio joins to weigh in on the NFL, including potential landing spots for Tua Tagovailoa—highlighting Atlanta as a top option—Aaron Rodgers' recent controversial comments, the quarterback market, the league's consideration of an 18th regular season game, and the ongoing renegotiation of NFL TV contracts.
Mike Florio joins the show to break down the latest around the NFL, including potential landing spots for Tua Tagovailoa, suggesting Atlanta might be the best fit. He weighs in on Aaron Rodgers's recent bizarre comments on the Pat McAfee Show and debates whether the Pittsburgh Steelers will bring him back for another season. Florio also discusses the quarterback market more broadly, the league's consideration of adding an 18th regular season game, and the ongoing renegotiation of NFL TV contracts for major revenue.
ITL reacts to a Rockets win as Lopez makes the case that Ime Udoka sometimes makes things harder on himself than they need to be, sparking a debate about whether Houston is overcomplicating its offense or simply growing through the process. With the NFL Combine underway, the crew discusses standout performers, risers, and early draft buzz, before wrapping the hour with QOTD: What are the sports sounds you absolutely hate? Around The NFL, ITL breaks down the NFLPA report cards, including how the Texans graded, and debates the Browns' proposal to expand draft pick trading from three to five years, while also reacting to Astros Spring Training getting underway as Hunter Brown makes his first start. The show continues with discussion of the NFL player survey, highlighting that the only Texans-related “fail” involved fan feedback, and what that says about expectations and engagement. Lunch-Time Confessions brings some lighthearted chaos as Figgy admits he misses wearing random team gear, and the crew touches on NFL TV free-agency before Dynamo Head Coach Ben Olsen joins the show to preview this weekend's match and discuss the team's momentum. ITL also debates whether the Texans should trade for Dolphins RB De'Von Achane and what that would signal about their offseason priorities. The show wraps with Figgy's Mixtape featuring a new music discovery, a hilarious Lion King theme translation, and a legendary Michigan vs. Ohio State radio moment.
2:00 – Next wave of NFL TV deals will break the bank, again 6:15 – NFLPA closing in on hiring new executive director 12:30 – NFL Sunday Ticket case returns to court March 9 21:15 – NBA has potential tanking solutions 28:20 – Florio opens the mailbag to answer questions about the Cardinals outlook, the effect of NIL on the Draft, and postgame media sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 features a conversation about the chaos of NFL media rights and how fans now need multiple streaming platforms just to watch their teams, while agreeing the league's popularity means people will tune in no matter what. The focus then shifts to whether the Miami Dolphins should trade De'Von Achane, with debate over letting him play out his deal, earning contracts, and whether he'd want to stay through a rebuild. The crew also wonders if it's safe to buy a current Dolphins jersey before reminiscing about classics from Dan Marino, Jason Taylor, and Zach Thomas, and they wrap by highlighting the major sporting events headed to South Florida.
Cory Curtis from News 2 joins the show for his weekly visit breaking down the Super Bowl and latest with the Titans. The OL for the Patriots did not have a great game. Sam Darnold and Seattle did a great job of not turning the ball over this postseason. We get back to your phones. Who are the best NFL TV crews right now?
Former Boise State/NFL head coach Dirk Koetter returns for his weekly segment as KTIK's NFL playoff correspondent - he likes the Seahawks and Patriots to reach the Super Bowl (and explains why), Boise State Hall of Famer Pete Kwiatkowski on Seahawks' defensive menace DeMarcus Lawrence (Kwiatkowski was his DC at Boise State), Kwiatkowski also talks about getting fired at Texas after this past season - he said he still doesn't know why, Bob previews Boise State-Air Force basketball in Bronco Focus, B.J. (weekly BNN Report) dives into the 2026 CFP format that was finalized Friday - and what it means for G6 teams, which duo is your favorite NFL TV crew, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twist. TECHNICAL ISSUE: The missing Dirk Koetter audio can be found in a separate file at KTIK.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Boise State/NFL head coach Dirk Koetter returns for his weekly segment as KTIK's NFL playoff correspondent - he likes the Seahawks and Patriots to reach the Super Bowl (and explains why), Boise State Hall of Famer Pete Kwiatkowski on Seahawks' defensive menace DeMarcus Lawrence (Kwiatkowski was his DC at Boise State), Kwiatkowski also talks about getting fired at Texas after this past season - he said he still doesn't know why, Bob previews Boise State-Air Force basketball in Bronco Focus, B.J. (weekly BNN Report) dives into the 2026 CFP format that was finalized Friday - and what it means for G6 teams, which duo is your favorite NFL TV crew, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twist. TECHNICAL ISSUE: The missing Dirk Koetter audio can be found in a separate file at KTIK.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today on America in the MorningTrump Announces Greenland Deal President Trump went to Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum Wednesday, where he says he struck a deal involving Greenland, and backed off on the European tariffs he threatened just days before. John Stolnis has more from Washington. Winter Storm Threatens Much Of US A massive winter storm stretching from Texas to the Carolinas and up to the Northeast will impact 35 states and more than half of the American population by this weekend. Bob Brown reports airlines and power companies are preparing for the worst with a combination of ice, heavy snow, and Arctic temperatures. House Committee Votes Contempt Charges Against Clintons A Republican-led congressional committee moves to send contempt charges against Bill and Hillary Clinton for a full House vote. America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the details which includes overwhelming Democrat's approval. Emmanuel Wants Age Restrictions Rahm Emmanuel wants to institute a mandatory retirement age of 75 for the president and across branches of government. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Teenager's Guilty Plea The North Carolina teenager who killed his brother and gunned down four neighbors in 2022 has pleaded guilty to the slayings, just a week before his trial was to begin. Tafoya For Senate From the football stadium sidelines to a seat in Congress. Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a former NFL TV reporter announcing her candidacy for the U.S. Senate. Not Guilty In Uvalde Verdict Just hours after being handed to the jury, a former Uvalde, Texas school Police Officer is acquitted of the charges against him. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. SCOTUS Hears Cook Case The Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on the Federal Reserve Board, despite President Trump's attempt to fire her. Lisa Dwyer has details. Trump's Day In Davos In a surprising reversal, President Trump has backed off his planned tariffs on some European allies over his position on Greenland. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this comes as he announces the framework on a deal involving NATO. Air Force One Issue President Trump's trip to Davos, Switzerland didn't go off exactly as planned. Correspondent Donna Warder reports on an electrical problem with Air Force One shortly after takeoff that forced the plane back to Washington, DC. I CE's New Guidance There's new guidance being rolled out for ICE officers, from information leaked in a whistleblower disclosure. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports this comes as Maine is the latest state to see ICE launch operations. Musk & Ryanair Donald Trump once owned an airline, and now Elon Musk wants to as well, but the Irish corporate boss of a European budget carrier has other ideas. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports. Finally You can only imagine what Nathan Handwerker would be thinking if he knew the $300 dollars he used from his life savings to start a hot dog stand in Coney Island in 1916 would be worth today. Correspondent Marissa Duhaney reports on the sale of an iconic American hotdog brand – to a Chinese-owned pork producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ben Maller talks about Chiefs TE Travis Kelce being rumored to demand $20 million a year on NFL TV broadcasts, Russell Wilson claiming that he tore his hamstring and the Giants played him in the following game, Maller's Mountain of Money: Marilyn Manson Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this extended edition of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and sports agent/lawyer Hadley Engelhardt connect the biggest sports business stories across college football, baseball, and the NFL — all through the lens of money, leverage, media rights, and power. The show opens with a deep dive into the College Football Playoff business model, including the $4 million payout per team and how conferences like the SEC and Big Ten are stacking massive revenue advantages. The conversation expands into playoff expansion, Notre Dame’s exclusion, Group of Five access, TV windows competing with the NFL, and whether the current system actually delivers the best teams — or just the most profitable ones. From there, Matt and Hadley examine the future of bowl games, opt-outs, ESPN’s potential revenue losses, legal exposure, and why the postseason exhibition model may be nearing its breaking point. The discussion then turns to a landmark moment in college athletics: private equity officially entering the space, highlighted by Utah’s reported equity partnership that could reach $500 million. What does shared ownership mean for control, branding, NIL, Olympic sports, and the long-term soul of college athletics? On the baseball side, the show covers MLB Winter Meetings, where Scott Boras has become a full-scale celebrity power broker, securing over $1.2 billion in contracts while reshaping how agents create leverage. The episode also explores how a looming MLB CBA expiration is shortening contracts and pushing teams toward less risk, plus ESPN’s shift away from Sunday Night Baseball toward a fractured, streaming-first model. Finally, the show wraps with the NFL and global sports media: – Philip Rivers potentially returning at age 44 and what that conversation looks like from an agent’s perspective – The sudden drop in Taylor Swift’s NFL TV exposure and whether it’s a branding reset – And World Cup format changes, hydration breaks, and why “player safety” may really mean more ad inventory Smart, candid, and brutally honest — this is Deals & Deadlines at its most comprehensive. #DealsAndDeadlines #SportsBusiness #CollegeFootballPlayoff #CFPExpansion #MediaRights #BusinessOfSports #PrivateEquity #NIL #CollegeAthletics #MLBWinterMeetings #ScottBoras #MLBContracts #NFLBusiness #PhilipRivers #TaylorSwift #SportsMedia #StreamingSports #WorldCup2026 #FIFA #SportsLaw #ESPN #TVRatings #FootballBusiness #BaseballBusiness #sportseconomicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Russell opens the show recapping the Capitals' sixth straight win and the growing versatility of Washington's young roster before shifting to the Commanders' decision to release Darnell Savage after inconsistent playing time. He previews Lions–Cowboys on Thursday Night Football, offering his pick and bringing on Cowboy B for his Dallas prediction, then later breaks down the week's marquee NFL matchups and debates a caller's claim that Jayden Daniels should sit out the rest of the 2025 season. Russell also questions whether NFL TV ratings are being embellished and examines the Wizards' struggles, including whether a coaching change is looming. He then takes a deep dive into the Commanders' defensive evolution under Dan Quinn, using Nicki Jhabvala's reporting and player quotes to explain what's changed since Quinn took over play-calling, reacts to Ben Standig's roster analysis, and closes with a data-driven look at where Washington's roster stands and how much work Adam Peters still has ahead.
Today's Sports Daily covers a sports cliché that needs to stop being used, an underused NFL statistic, NFL TV watching record likely being set on Thursday, a first place team in trouble, and a wild college footballs stat.Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Hadley Engelhardt and Matt Chernoff break down the biggest sports-business stories of the week — from MLB Winter Meetings fallout and the Braves cashing in on Drake Baldwin’s Rookie of the Year win to looming CBA concerns, betting scandals, and massive college football coaching drama. They also dive into NFL broadcast wars, Arthur Blank’s $350M investment in women’s soccer, the Stephen A./Mina Kimes endorsement mess, and why the WNBA All-Star Game is struggling to find a host. New episodes drop every Friday — subscribe for all things sports business, contracts, agents, media, and money. #DealsAndDeadlines #SportsBusiness #MLB #WinterMeetings #Braves #DrakeBaldwin #RookieOfTheYear #MLBCBA #SportsBetting #PropBets #AJBrown #NFL #CollegeFootball #BrianKelly #Buyouts #NIL #TransferPortal #ArthurBlank #WNBA #WNBANews #StephenASmith #MinaKimes #GoldmanSachs #CaitlinClark #SportsMediaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rich & the crew finish their thoughts on Ohtani in a possible Game 7! 'RICH'S BIG TV GAME OF THE WEEK' gets you hyped for NFL Week 9! Plus, a fun Halloween edition of 'WILL RICH'S MOM KNOW' & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING!'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Covino & Rich react to comments about New York being an overrated sports town! There's Banana Ball expansion & 'RICH'S BIG TV GAME OF THE WEEK!' Rich is moved by uniforms & they play the fun new game 'BRAINWAVE!' Plus, deal or no deal, Kershaw, Clark/Reese, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING!'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RandyVikes69 joins Mackey & Judd for a Week 3 Minnesota Vikings STUD Stable! Plus, Mackey & Judd discuss the state of NFL TV pregame shows. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SS Rewind: Today, Steve Russell was joined by a special roster of guests from across the professional sports world. He spoke with Vernon Maxwell, former Gator's basketball and Houston Rockets player, Herm Edwards, NFL TV reporter for ESPN, and Gator Hoskins, head football coach of East High School. Russell also talked with Bob Nightengale of MLB USA Today. Sport Scene also featured a surprise guest today with Chuck Cooperstein, voice of the Dallas Mavericks.
On the latest episode of The Lake Lewis Jr. Show, NFL and Washington Commanders insider - and NFL TV analyst for CBS and ABC - Lake Lewis Jr., on Fan Day, talks with supporters about the Commanders' Week 1 game against the New York Giants.Subscribe now on YouTube at @TheLakeLewisJr, or listen on your favorite podcast platform — Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, and Pandora. You can also tune in across the Washington, DC area on Radio One's WOL 95.9 FM and 1450 AM.For daily NFL coverage and exclusive content, follow Lake on all social media platforms at @LakeLewisJr.
Hello media consumers! Joel and Bryan discuss some of their many takeaways from the Eagles-Cowboys NFL opener (5:35), and a NFL TV preview covering Mike Tirico's first Super Bowl, the RedZone ad crisis, Tom Brady's second year at FOX, and J.J. Watt moving to the CBS booth (22:44). Then in a new edition of 25 for '25, Joel talks with Domonique Foxworth about the future of player media! They discuss Domonique's career path from player to sports business to sports media, the changing relationship with current players and journalists/media members, the "nerdification" of football coverage, what he has learned about debate shows, and more (40:18). Finally, Bryan and Joel close the show by reconnecting for a brief interview postgame (1:35:37). Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel AndersonProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Lake Lewis Jr. Show, NFL and Washington Commanders insider — and NFL TV analyst for CBS and ABC — Lake Lewis Jr. on Fan Day, ask the question: Who Wins the QB Battle, Jayden Daniels or upcoming his opponents for the 2025 season?Subscribe now on YouTube at @TheLakeLewisJr, or listen on your favorite podcast platform — Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, and Pandora. You can also tune in across the Washington, DC area on Radio One's WOL 95.9 FM and 1450 AM.For daily NFL coverage and exclusive content, follow Lake on all social media platforms at @LakeLewisJr.
John Ourand joins G&D to discuss the media rights deal for the NFL.
On the latest episode of The Lake Lewis Jr. Show, NFL and Washington Commanders insider — and NFL TV analyst for CBS and ABC — Lake Lewis Jr. tackles the burning question every fan is asking: Are the Washington Commanders true Super Bowl contenders?Subscribe now on YouTube at @TheLakeLewisJr, or listen on your favorite podcast platform — Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, and Pandora. You can also tune in across the Washington, DC area on Radio One's WOL 95.9 FM and 1450 AM.For daily NFL coverage and exclusive content, follow Lake on all social media platforms at @LakeLewisJr.
On the latest episode of The Lake Lewis Jr. Show, NFL and Washington Commanders insider — and NFL TV analyst for CBS and ABC — Lake Lewis Jr. breaks down Pro Bowl WR Terry McLaurin reaching an agreement with the Commanders on a 3-year $96M contract extension.Subscribe now on YouTube at @TheLakeLewisJr, or listen on your favorite podcast platform — Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, and Pandora. You can also tune in across the Washington, DC area on Radio One's WOL 95.9 FM and 1450 AM.For daily NFL coverage and exclusive content, follow Lake on all social media platforms at @LakeLewisJr.
On the latest episode of The Lake Lewis Jr. Show, NFL and Washington Commanders insider — and NFL TV analyst for CBS and ABC — Lake Lewis Jr. brings fans of the Burgundy and Gold together for an engaging conversation on all things Commanders.Subscribe now on YouTube at @TheLakeLewisJr, or listen on your favorite podcast platform — Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, and Pandora. You can also tune in across the Washington, DC area on Radio One's WOL 95.9 FM and 1450 AM.For daily NFL coverage and exclusive content, follow Lake on all social media platforms at @LakeLewisJr.
We open this hour with some more thoughts on the Titans and the pass-rush situation. Should the Titans have tried to address it more in the offseason and do they have the guys to win one-on-one matchups right now? We head to your phones and discuss one name the Titans could potentially bring in. We react to the ESPN/NFL Network TV deal and what it could mean for us NFL viewers. We close out the hour with the Rex Rant.
(1) Showboats leaving Memphis & new NFL TV deal (2) Memphis Football potential move to the PAC 12? Memphis Big East?
It's a special edition of the show this week, as we've flipped our calendars to July and we decided to enlist a couple of guests to help sort out some interesting, current sports media topics on the "LWOS Media Podcast."Host T.J. Rives welcomes Ken Fang of Awful Announcing and Tyler Jones of Chat Sports and his "Jones Report" Pod to this show.They cover:The end (sort of) of Turner broadcasting the NBA and new partners NBC and Amazon coming up.NASCAR's failed production is hampering the mid-season racing slate. Tyler sounds off specifically. Also, T.J. talks up the new "F1" movie with Brad Pitt and how it's helping the F1 brand immediately with interest.Next, what does Ken think of ESPN's Wimbledon coverage/broadcasters? Does anyone really care anymore about what use to be sports television "Gold," the MLB All Star Game? The boys discuss.And, could there be some musical chairs coming soon for NFL TV studio shows?And more!It's all part of the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!
It's a special edition of the show this week, as we've flipped our calendars to July and we decided to enlist a couple of guests to help sort out some interesting, current sports media topics on the "LWOS Media Podcast."Host T.J. Rives welcomes Ken Fang of Awful Announcing and Tyler Jones of Chat Sports and his "Jones Report" Pod to this show.They cover:The end (sort of) of Turner broadcasting the NBA and new partners NBC and Amazon coming up.NASCAR's failed production is hampering the mid-season racing slate. Tyler sounds off specifically. Also, T.J. talks up the new "F1" movie with Brad Pitt and how it's helping the F1 brand immediately with interest.Next, what does Ken think of ESPN's Wimbledon coverage/broadcasters? Does anyone really care anymore about what use to be sports television "Gold," the MLB All Star Game? The boys discuss.And, could there be some musical chairs coming soon for NFL TV studio shows?And more!It's all part of the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!
Recap the best NFL topics of the week as Shannon Sharpe and Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson react to the vote to ban the Philadelphia Eagles Tush Push failing, expectations for Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams in Year 2, and much more!01:41 - NFL announces “protector of the year” award03:00 - Browns leaving Cleveland?03:54 - NFL TV rights13:30 - Eagles ‘Tush Push’ survives18:15 - Top QB-WR duos24:44 - Aaron Donald with 135 LB dumbbells31:00 - CFP moves to 1-12 seeding42:00 - Shedeur Sanders on Browns QB room48:51 - Sam LaPorta bounce back?51:45 - Expectations for Caleb Williams in year 252:30 - Next NFL team to end Super Bowl drought53:16 - Joe Milton impresses in Cowboys practice(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)#Volume #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It is our annual visit to Greystone with many celebs:Former Alabama Crimson Tide Coach Nick SabanCurrent Alabama Football coach Kalen DeBoerAuburn Football coach Hugh FreezeGeorgia Bulldogs coach Kirby SmartAlabama Basketball coach Nate OatsNBA Great Charles Barkley Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing continues today with the Navy Midshipmen. Will Navy contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It is our annual visit to Greystone with many celebs:Former Alabama Crimson Tide Coach Nick SabanCurrent Alabama Football coach Kalen DeBoerAuburn Football coach Hugh FreezeGeorgia Bulldogs coach Kirby SmartAlabama Basketball coach Nate OatsNBA Great Charles Barkley Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing continues today with the Navy Midshipmen. Will Navy contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It is our annual visit to Greystone with many celebs:Former Alabama Crimson Tide Coach Nick SabanCurrent Alabama Football coach Kalen DeBoerAuburn Football coach Hugh FreezeGeorgia Bulldogs coach Kirby SmartAlabama Basketball coach Nate OatsNBA Great Charles Barkley Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing continues today with the Navy Midshipmen. Will Navy contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It is our annual visit to Greystone with many celebs:Former Alabama Crimson Tide Coach Nick SabanCurrent Alabama Football coach Kalen DeBoerAuburn Football coach Hugh FreezeGeorgia Bulldogs coach Kirby SmartAlabama Basketball coach Nate OatsNBA Great Charles Barkley Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing continues today with the Navy Midshipmen. Will Navy contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing starts today with the Tulane Green Wave. Will the Wave contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing starts today with the Tulane Green Wave. Will the Wave contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing starts today with the Tulane Green Wave. Will the Wave contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing starts today with the Tulane Green Wave. Will the Wave contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.