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ESPN Executive Peter McConville Departs After More Than Three Decades at the Network

"To my talented colleagues, thank you. The relationships and experiences will stay with me long after this chapter closes."

Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

SEC Network Announces Reshaped Game Day Broadcast Schedule For 2026 College Football Season

"Nothing beats the energy of tailgaters pregaming while watching the early games. I’m gonna mooch so much smoked meat. And on live television!"

How Matt Barrie Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."

Matt Barrie Shifts to SEC Nation Host Beginning in July on SEC Network

"I'm a college football junkie and beyond excited to host SEC Nation from the greatest game day atmospheres in the South."

Laura Rutledge Departs Role on SEC Network While Continuing at ESPN

"As Laura continues to expand her NFL assignments in ESPN’s Super Bowl year, we’re incredibly grateful for everything she has contributed to SEC Network and for the lasting impact she’s made."

ESPN’s Matt Barrie Reportedly Replacing Laura Rutledge as SEC Nation Host

"Over the course of his career, Barrie has earned 11 Emmy Awards along with three Edward R. Murrow Awards, underscoring both his versatility and credibility in the sports media space."

ESPN Elevates EJ Manuel to ESPN Saturday Studio Programming

"The biggest shift involves Manuel, who is moving from a consistent presence on ACC Network to a larger role on ESPN’s national coverage"

Matt Barrie Staying at ESPN Under New Multiyear Deal

"ESPN has been my home for 12 years, and there’s no other place I’d rather continue my career."

TGL on ESPN Coverage to Include Scott Van Pelt, Matt Barrie, Marty Smith

"They will make a strong team and we’re looking forward to the debut on January 7."

ESPN ‘SportsCenter’ Anchors to Participate in ‘First Take’ Episodes This Week

Throughout the week on ESPN’s First Take, Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim will welcome a lineup featuring SportsCenter anchors who will provide their...

Matt Barrie ‘Fine With’ People That Don’t Want To See Him on PGA Championship

"I’m around the sport enough to know that I respect how it’s done and I always have, but let’s try something new."

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Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Ernie Johnson Explains The Timing Of His Inside the NBA Retirement Announcement

"I actually kind of got tired of people asking me if I was going to keep doing the show."