"I think ESPN rightly wanted to own and operate and produce RedZone outright because of the galactic popularity of the show. But the NFL, for their reasons, wanted to retain control of the production of RedZone."
"I think it helped form a lot of the ways that I like to connect with the listener, viewer, reader, whatever. They’ve been a huge influence over my career"
"The first weekend reminded us why the NFL dominates our attention: incredible athletic feats on the field, high-stakes narratives in the broadcast booth, and experiments with media delivery that keep even seasoned fans intrigued"
"ESPN is retooling its broadcast teams, extending the contract of veteran reporter Lisa Salters, promoting Laura Rutledge into a weekly sideline role, and adding Katie George and Peter Schrager to the mix"
"Is he ready to become the next big thing at ESPN? Darn right he is—whether it’s the rumored 5:00 p.m. time slot vacated by Around the Horn or some other vehicle."
The addition of Schrager occurred as the final episode of "Around the Horn" approaches, marking the end of the heralded sports debate show after 23 years on the airwaves.
"I think ESPN rightly wanted to own and operate and produce RedZone outright because of the galactic popularity of the show. But the NFL, for their reasons, wanted to retain control of the production of RedZone."