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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."

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.

Andy Pollin: Why Doesn’t ESPN Have an Issue with Stephen A. Smith Sexualizing Kimberley A. Martin?

"To the fellas out there, you can't have her. You know you're dogs. Stop texting me about trying to get with Kimberley Martin!"

Chris Russo: Charles Woodson Has No Credibility

"No more Michigan announcers on television shows defending Michigan’s program.”

Stephen A. Smith: ‘I Won’t Retire Before I’m 70’

"I won't retire before I'm 70, but I probably won't want to work past the age of 75."

ESPN Plans Veterans Week Programming

“ESPN is proud to honor our veterans and their families for their incredible sacrifice and service to our country through our multi-platform storytelling.”

Shannon Sharpe: Stephen A. Smith Believed in Me When Others Wrote Me Off

"A lot of people wrote me off, but he called me to say, ‘Big boy, you’re not done yet. I got big plans for you.'"

First Take Records Second Most-Watched Month in Program History

"First Take" has attained 15 consecutive months of year-over-year viewership growth.

Chris Canty: Stephen A. Smith Told Me to Keep a Suit on Standby At All Times

“I don’t think it could be described as a jab; more like a tongue-lashing.”

Mad Dog Sidesteps Retirement, Agrees to Public Humiliation Instead

"I sure was [stressed], but remember, that was a radio thing; it wasn’t necessarily a TV thing."

Stephen A. Smith Tells Dan Orlovsky: It’s Your Fault I Went Viral Last Week

Smith blamed Orlovsky for his reaction to remarks about Tua Tagovailoa as reason for his thousands of views on social media during First Take Monday.

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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."