ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and his popular podcast, Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective, are joining the Omaha Productions podcast network, the company founded by Peyton Manning and Eli Manning. The move was announced via a video message from the Manning brothers, further expanding Omaha Productions’ growing footprint in the audio space.
Windhorst is one of the most recognizable voices in NBA coverage. He has hosted The Hoop Collective for years as a staple source for league news and analysis. The podcast regularly features ESPN NBA reporters Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon. Together, they blend breaking news with long-form discussions. The show resonates with diehard fans and industry observers alike.
The addition of Windhorst and The Hoop Collective aligns with Omaha Productions’ strategy of partnering with established voices who bring credibility, consistency, and strong audience loyalty.
Since launching Omaha Productions in 2020, Peyton and Eli Manning have built a diverse content portfolio. Their work spans television, digital platforms, and podcasts. The growth has been highlighted by the success of Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli. The company has also produced several original audio projects.
In the announcement video, the Manning brothers welcomed Windhorst to the network. They also playfully acknowledged his reputation. The pair joked about Windhorst being plugged into every corner of the NBA. ESPN reached a long-term, multi-platform media rights extension in 2024 with Omaha Productions, extending the existing partnership into 2034. The agreement is a content partnership between ESPN and Omaha with opportunities for collaboration across multiple platforms.
Windhorst was recently added as a full time member of ESPN’s NBA Countdown program after signing a multi-year extension with the network. Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective will continue to focus on NBA reporting, team-building trends, player movement, and the business of basketball, while benefiting from Omaha Productions’ production resources and marketing support.
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