"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."
“ I appreciate Pat’s candor and willingness to call someone out if he feels they've done him wrong, but if there are issues taking place between a top talent and executive, men have to be men and clear the air in private.
"You can take issue with the vision and how the situation was managed but an investment in The Athletic makes no sense if the Times doesn't prioritize its importance."
“Jones said he knew the show wasn’t being renewed two months ago, and appreciated being able to do the show he wanted on a network as prestigious as HBO.”
"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."
"I use the term irresistible on this show. That’s the moments I’m chasing in this show. It’s the one you can’t resist when it shows up in your feed. You’ve seen it five times in that ten second clip, and you’re still unpacking some of the feelings behind it. That’s what success will look like for me building out a roster of shows bringing those feelings out in different ways."