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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."

Drew Brees Reportedly Joining FOX Sports as Game Analyst

"The move is expected to be finalized soon, positioning Brees as a core part of the network’s fall NFL coverage beginning next week"

FanDuel Sports Network Extend Local Rights Deals With Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, Kansas City Royals

"The Brewers, Reds, and Royals are fantastic partners who share a commitment to accessibility and excellence"

Former ESPN Analyst Merril Hoge Points to Dennis Miller’s ‘Monday Night Football’ Debut as Moment When Network Changed

"When I heard that, I was like, this guy can't be in charge. That's the stupidest thing I ever heard. And then I find out he's second in command"

NASCAR Xfinity Series Closes 2025 Season as Most-Watched in Four Years on The CW Network

"Over the course of its first year on The CW, the NASCAR Xfinity Series has helped transform the network into a premium destination for sports"

Audacy Extends Broadcast Partnership With Wichita State Athletics

"We are proud to continue our 50-plus-year tradition as the radio home of Shocker sports"

Paramount, PBR Strike Five-Year Media Rights Deal

"This deal aligns with our longstanding relationship with CBS and reflects our shared commitment to expanding PBR’s reach"

FOX Sports World Series Viewership Best Since 2017 For Seven Game Series

"Across all seven games, the 2025 World Series averaged 15.71 million viewers on FOX, the highest series average since 2017 and up 2 percent over last year’s five-game matchup"

Chris Russo: Joe Davis Hosting the Los Angeles Dodgers World Series Celebration “Bad Look”

"I got Joe Davis at Dodger Stadium doing a freaking Dodger parade. Oh, my God, that’s bad. I’m sorry. I don’t care what you say … that would piss me off if I’m a Blue Jays fan"

Why Success for Mike Valenti Lies in Doing Things His Way on 97.1 The Ticket

"I’m going to do this one way—my way. In my view, it’s the right way. If people want bought-and-paid-for radio, there are plenty of places to go and get it. God bless"

How Michael Jordan’s Load Management With NBC Sports Ruins the Spectacle and Exposes the Hypocricy

"If Wayne Gretzky, Tom Brady, and Derek Jeter can find time to discuss current-day league events, so can Michael Jordan"

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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."