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Mike Ditka, Longtime NFL Player, Coach and Analyst, Dies at 86

"Ditka built a second career in sports media after the Bears fired him following the 1992 season."

Charles Davis Reveals He Found Out About ESPN Layoff From Social Media

"I was in the Magic Kingdom with my wife, our son and nephew. We saw it on social media right as we were about to ride Space Mountain. I cannot make that up."

Chris Simms Doesn’t Feel Mike Tomlin Will Stay Long Term With NBC Sports

"They’re paying these coaches now, if there’s a situation he likes, I don’t think he’ll turn it down. That’s just a guess."

Boomer Esiason On Radio Hall of Fame Induction: “A Very Thoughtful Night”

"I'm very glad to represent this radio station, our market, our company, and of course our team here at Boomer and Gio."

Is the FCC Overstepping With It’s Inquiry Into Sports Media Rights Agreements

"The FCC can study the fragmentation of sports television all it wants. The fragmentation isn’t the problem. It’s the business model. And that model isn’t broken."

Tony Dungy Reportedly Out As ‘Football Night In America’ Regular On NBC Sports

"Sources indicate to The Athletic that NBC has discussed taking the show fully on the road more frequently next season, while also reducing the size of its studio roster."

FCC Launches Inquiry Into Sports Broadcasting Rights Moving To Streaming Platforms

"FCC Chairman Brendan Carr echoed those concerns previously on social media, writing that while many games remain available on broadcast television, an increasing share now resides on a patchwork of online platforms that require separate subscriptions and navigation tools."

Richie Carni Named New Program Director Of Sactown Sports 1140

"Sactown Sports is such an important part of the sports landscape in Northern California. I look forward to helping the team, continue to grow our digital presence and bring amazing content to sports fans in Sacramento."

Netflix Reportedly To Utilize Nielsen Ratings System for MLB Viewership Data

"The streaming giant begins a three-year agreement with Major League Baseball this season."

Jim “Boomer” Gordon Passes Away At 55: Sports Media Remembers

"In a statement shared on social media, SiriusXM NHL Network Radio said it was “deeply saddened” by Gordon’s passing, noting that he died surrounded by loved ones after what it described as a courageous fight."

iHeartRadio Joins As Official Partner Of International Flag League

"By combining iFlag’s explosive growth with iHeart’s unmatched reach, we’re creating new opportunities for athletes, fans and brands to engage with the sport like never before."

Greg Hill: Criticizing USA Men’s Hockey Team for Attending State of the Union Address Is “Unamerican”

"To sit there and criticize a bunch of guys who did something great for this country over and over again, for accepting a visit to the White House or for showing up at the State of the Union, is absolutely un-American."

Pablo Torre Recognized As Podcaster Of The Year At Annual Ambies Awards

"In addition to the individual accolade, Pablo Torre Finds Out secured the Ambie for Best Sports Podcast, prevailing over a competitive field that reflected the depth of the category."

Gary Bettman Hopes Olympics Success Can Loosen Strings for Better NHL Growth

"When we go to the Olympics, there are limitations on what we can do. And as good as it is for hockey, it isn’t good if the NHL disappears for two and a half weeks."

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Charles Davis Reveals He Found Out About ESPN Layoff From Social Media

"I was in the Magic Kingdom with my wife, our son and nephew. We saw it on social media right as we were about to ride Space Mountain. I cannot make that up."

Chris Simms Doesn’t Feel Mike Tomlin Will Stay Long Term With NBC Sports

"They’re paying these coaches now, if there’s a situation he likes, I don’t think he’ll turn it down. That’s just a guess."

Boomer Esiason On Radio Hall of Fame Induction: “A Very Thoughtful Night”

"I'm very glad to represent this radio station, our market, our company, and of course our team here at Boomer and Gio."

Skydance Merger Reportedly Could Bring “Bloodbath” To TNT Sports, CBS Sports Combining

"One top sports executive telling Jon Ourand that the assuming is the merger could be a "bloodbath" with more sports rights than the newly merged company needs."