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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."

NBC Posts Largest Kentucky Derby Audience Ever with 19.6 Million Viewers

"Final Nielsen numbers arrive Tuesday, so minor adjustments could follow."

NBC Sports’ NBA Playoff Viewership Doubling Comparable Figures Year Over Year

"Through 13 games on NBC and Peacock, the network is averaging 4.9 million viewers. That's up 58% over comparable coverage last year."

Gambling’s Grip on Sports Networks Is Growing Along With Added Risks

"Leagues have accepted the revenue. Networks have built it into broadcasts and are being paid a premium for it. Sportsbooks have expanded the menu. Everyone has a stake. That also means everyone shares responsibility."

NBC Sports’ NBA Comeback Has Hit Its Stride With the Postseason

"In one of its biggest broadcasts of the season, the network’s talent and production team elevated their performance and delivered a compelling postseason presentation."

Chris Simms Departs ‘Football Night in America’ on NBC Sports

"They told me that last week, so that's just going to be a different aspect. That hurt because I do love it."

NBC Sports Early NBA Playoff Viewership Delivering Big Numbers

"Through four games, NBC and Peacock combined to average 5.0 million viewers. That's the strongest opening Sunday-Monday performance since 1995."

NBC Sports Executive Waiting on NFL To Discuss Media Rights Agreement

"At the right time, when the NFL decides that they want to have a conversation with us, our leadership will sit down with them."

John Fanta Added to NBC Sports’ Coverage of the Kentucky Debry

"It's been an amazing first year with NBC Sports and I'm excited and honored to be taking on another new challenge and heading to Churchill Downs."

WNBA Schedules Every Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever Game on National Television

"The WNBA's unprecedented lineup of linear and streaming partners will shine a light on must-see matchups."

FOX Sports Reportedly Purchases 2026 Big Ten Championship From NBC Sports

"NBC received between $45 million and $55 million for the game."

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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."