Garrett Searight

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Garrett Searight is Barrett Media's News Editor, which includes writing daily news stories, features, and opinion columns. He joined Barrett Media in 2022 after a decade leading several radio brands in several formats, as well as a 5-year stint working in local television. In addition to his work with Barrett Media, he is a radio and TV play-by-play broadcaster. Reach out to him at Garrett@BarrettMedia.com.

Comparing ESPN BET to ESPN Mobile Isn’t Fair

I have a hard time believing Steve Jobs would call ESPN BET "the dumbest f***ing idea I've ever heard".

Nationalizing NBA TV Rights Works for the League, But Not For Broadcast Partners

The league is looking out for itself by trying to get a huge rights fee. But there's only one problem: Who's going to agree to what the NBA wants?

When Did College GameDay Lose Its Way?

Fans of the sport grew to love the show because it exuded the same passion they held. It objectively is not that show any longer.

Is ‘Sports Radio’ Becoming ‘NFL Radio’?

If you think your audience only cares about the NFL, you're missing a gigantic segment of potential listeners.

Hugh Douglas Is Right, The Temperature Needs Lowered on NFL Analysis

You can be critical and not be a jerk. It shouldn't be hard to accomplish, but for some NFL analysts, that's easier said than done.

Breaking

Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”