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NFL Faces New Trial Over $4.7 Billion Sunday Ticket Verdict

The ruling represents another setback for the NFL as it defends its Sunday Ticket distribution model.

Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Molly Qerim Announces Upcoming Departure From ‘First Take’

"After much reflection, I’ve decided it’s time to close this incredible chapter and step away from First Take"

ESPN Signs Multi-Year Contracts To Herm Edwards, Jeff Saturday, Andrew Hawkins, Jason McCourty

"The extensions ensure the analysts will continue to appear across the network’s signature studio shows and multi-platform NFL coverage"

Emmanuel Acho: Writing Was On The Wall For Cancelation At FS1

"Did I see it coming? Absolutely. I knew it was a possibility because the show was not doing good enough"

Shannon Sharpe Adds New Podcast to Shay Shay Media With Joe Haden, James Harrison

"We’re bringing fans into the locker room, into our lives and into the game in a way they’ve never experienced"

Skip Bayless Is the Blueprint for Adapting To Change in Sports Media

"Despite already being one of the most recognizable figures in sports media, he’s never stopped trying new things or finding new ways to connect with his audience"

Skip Bayless Announces New Football Program Alongside Gilbert Arenas, Aqib Talib and Jay Gruden

"I’m telling you, the God’s truth, I’m more on fire for this than I have ever been"

ESPN Signs Multi-Year Deal With Cam Newton for Expanded Role on ‘First Take’

"I am excited to be back with the First Take team and share my voice on all things sports"

Stephen A. Smith Denies Notion That NFL Stake in ESPN Will Affect Content

"They can try, but who the hell owns the other 90%"

ESPN Extends Contract With NFL Analyst Alex Smith

"His expertise as a quarterback, combined with his storytelling ability, enhances every broadcast he’s part of, whether it’s a pregame show or a feature segment"

Stephen A. Smith Continues To Blur the Line With LeBron James

"Smith is, without question, one of the most influential voices in sports media. He’s also one of its greatest entertainers. But his ongoing feud with James is more theater than journalism"

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Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Borrell Associates: Digital Advertising Will Reach 80% of Local Ad Spending by 2030

Borrell Associates projects that figure will climb considerably over the next four years as the industry undergoes what it describes as a "great reshuffling."