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CFP National Championship Game Could Rotate Between Partners in New TV Deal
According to Front Office Sports, ESPN and FOX have already made presentations to the CFP.
ESPN, PFL Agree to New Multi-Year Rights Deal
“We’ve had five successful seasons on ESPN and we’re excited for the next phase of growth for MMA and the Professional Fighters League with this agreement.”
Bob Iger: ESPN Could ‘Go It Alone’ and Not Take Financial Partners
“We are fully prepared to do that. It would be a little more challenging if we did.”
First Take Has Its Most-Watched Month Ever
This marked the 16th consecutive month of growth for one of ESPN's flagship programs.
ESPN Sees Increased NBA Viewing With In-Season Tournament
In 2023, ESPN’s eight-game November slate averaged 1,522,000 viewers, which is up from 1,269,000 viewers last season.
Meet The Podcasters: Mina Kimes, ESPN
"I think fans are smarter than ever now. Because football is such a big tent, you can find pockets of the audience with every level of knowledge and preference for analysis."
Stephen A. Smith: You Can’t Just ‘Go Out There Running Your Mouth’ About Serious Topics
Smith's comments came after being asked why he had remained silent on the accusations against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey.
Pat McAfee: SI Scandal ‘Raises a Real Thought That This Is What the Future Could Look Like’
"Let's say that a company like Sports Illustrated was like, 'You know what we have no money to start up a content creation website. Boom, we just need to get fake people to do this.'"
ESPN Announces Plans for 17th Annual ‘V Week’
"Jim Valvano gave his legendary speech to never give up in the fight against cancer, and to this day, ESPN is committed to that by continuing to raise awareness and funds for the V Foundation..."
ESPN, TNT to Collaborate on NBA In-Season Tournament Semifinals Coverage
The two networks will implement talent from pregame shows and live game broadcasts on other coverage throughout the day.