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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."

Jason Williams: Stephen A. Smith Needs To Move on From Beef With LeBron James

"I think his life is so good that he shouldn’t be worried about s**t like that, unless it’s so personal that he has to hold on to it."

Stephen A. Smith Says He’s Not Interested in a Grudge With Lebron James

"I might have affected him in ways that other people haven’t, and that might have provoked him to do whatever."

What Sports Radio Got Right That ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Got Wrong in Showcasing Team USA Gold

"This isn’t about turning First Take into a hockey show. It’s about recognizing when the sports world hands you a moment bigger than your usual programming habits."

Bill O’Reilly Urges Stephen A. Smith to Run for President

“You don’t have to win. You can go back to the dopey show anytime.”

Gregg Giannotti: Stephen A. Smith Has “Zero” Chance Of Winning A Primary Race

"I think this is a bit of a bridge too far. Probably shows you how much power he has over there at ESPN."

Stephen A. Smith Believes He Is Not The Face Of ESPN

"I don't even try to consider myself that half the time. I work. I put in the work, and the people decide who the face is."

Stephen A. Smith Not Willing To Give up ESPN Salary for Potential Run for Public Office

"This is what you're making a year, and with three years left on your deal you'll have to give up this money in order to run for office.' Do I look like a person that's interested in doing that? Hell no."

Stephen A. Smith and His Dangerous Myth of Being Untouchable

"Smith has every right to defend himself. He has every right to clarify his words. But daring the world — and, by extension, your employers — to silence you is not strength. It’s hubris."

Stephen A. Smith: Critics Want Me Canceled Over Bad Bunny Super Bowl LX Commentary

"I say stuff on my political channel or my YouTube channel. Why are folks calling ESPN? I didn’t say it on their airwaves."

Stephen A. Smith Reunites With Skip Bayless Explaining Their Rise to Success on ‘First Take’

"People look at what we've been able to achieve, and they're like, Why them? Why not us?"

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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."