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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."

Mike Valenti: The Difference Between Me and Others is ‘I Watch The Games’

Valenti believes he's more trustworthy than others on the topic due to his dedication to taking in as much of the sport as possible.

Clip of Mike Valenti Throwing Chair in Frustration Goes Viral

Video of Valenti's reaction was captured and posted to social media. The video garnered hundreds of thousands of views.

Mike Valenti: Stoney & Jansen ‘Most Disingenuous Radio in the History of This Staiton’

"When the subject came up on who is MSU's next coach, honestly I wanted to crash my car versus keep listening."

Rico Beard: Michigan St Had to Suspend Mel Tucker After Naming ESPN Reporter

"It's not gonna go well for you, and this is why Michigan State had to suspend him."

Mike Valenti: Sports Radio Combine Would be Better Than any Broadcasting School

""Here's what we'll do for you. In six months time, I'm not gonna waste your time like your school did probably for four years. You're gonna know right away whether you can do this or not."

Mike Valenti: Leagues Are Going to Cause Sports Rights Bubble to Burst

"Quality's out the window, regionality's out the window, rivalries are out the window."

97.1 The Ticket Dominates in Detroit’s Spring Ratings Book

“In total line reporting, the station finished first with men 25-54 in middays and afternoons.”

Rico Beard: People Watch Netflix, Why is Streaming Sports a Problem?

"Guys, college football, you're not going to see it and watch it the same way you always have done it. It's going to get different.”

Mike Valenti: ESPN Will Need a Green Screen To Make Detroit Draft Look Good

"Like, we are a pinata for the rest of the country. So no one is really excited about this thing going to Detroit. Just wait."

Mike Valenti: New Rules Have Made Baseball Better to Listen To

"I don't need idle chatter. I like listening to the game."

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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."