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Stephen A. Smith: Michael Wilbon “Was Right” in Comments About Not Being a Journalist

"Because I'm not a beat writer anymore in the locker room, folks want to say I'm not a journalist. You don't get the right to say that. Michael Wilbon does because Michael Wilbon has done it."

Incoming MLS Commissioner Sees “Opportunities for Growth” With Media Rights Deals

"I do think it’s [media rights] an opportunity for growth and something we certainly plan to improve over time."

FOX Corp Lachlan Murdoch Puts Reworked Media Rights Deal With NFL On Hold Till After 2029-2030

"We don't see any changes to our contractual terms until the 2030 season. Our relationship with the NFL is an incredibly positive one. We engage with them all the time."

FOX Corp. Reports 28.1% Revenue Increase During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

“Fiscal 2026 was an exceptional year for FOX, capped by our broadcast of a remarkable FIFA Men's World Cup."

Ted Turner’s Legacy Offers a Blueprint To Inspire Sports Media

"Sports media doesn’t need another Ted Turner because there will never be another one. What it does need are more leaders, executives, and on-air talents willing to channel the same fearless spirit that made him successful."

ESPN Studio Programming April Viewership Up 21% Year Over Year

"April's gains built directly on a strong Q1, where studio shows combined averaged 14% more viewers than the prior year."

ESPN Adds Samantha Rivera to English and Spanish-Language Platforms

"To be part of such an iconic brand like ESPN is an honor I don’t take lightly."

Arda Öcal Departs ESPN After Ten Years

"I got let go from ESPN this morning. It’s all good, I’ll be fine. 10 years is a decent run. I think I’m just gonna take some time off before I decide what’s next."

Fubo Subscribers Dip While Revenue Surged Following Disney Hulu Merger

"Looking ahead, we are making progress on multiple new integrations with Disney, leveraging the content portfolios of Fubo and Hulu + Live TV, which are expected to drive sustained subscriber, revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth while delivering on the consumer promise of our business combination."

ESPN Reportedly Considering Peter Schrager as Host of New Weekday Studio Show

"I just want to be the guy you want to sit next to on a plane and talk sports with. My goal is you see my face on ESPN and you say, ‘Oh s**t. Schrager’s on today, what’s he got. This is going to be fun."

Joy Taylor Joins Urban One Launching ‘The Daily Play’ Podcast

"I wanted to create something fast, focused, and always authentic. Sports fans are busy, but they want the context behind the conversation."

Why Jason Whitlock is Fearless, Unapologetic, and Comfortable Challenging Sports Media’s Biggest Voices

"Sports media thinks that I hate them, and I don’t. I’m a critic. If anyone legitimately listens to what I have to say, I criticize myself more harshly than anyone else."

FOX Sports Gets Creative With ‘World Cup Watcher’ Paid Job Posting

"One engaged applicant will get the job of a lifetime to experience and celebrate every story, every nation and every exhilarating moment that defines the beautiful game."

Hannah Storm Joins ESPN’s WNBA Coverage for League’s 30th Anniversary

"We are proud to continue raising the bar for WNBA coverage as the league enters its historic 30th season."

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Incoming MLS Commissioner Sees “Opportunities for Growth” With Media Rights Deals

"I do think it’s [media rights] an opportunity for growth and something we certainly plan to improve over time."

FOX Corp Lachlan Murdoch Puts Reworked Media Rights Deal With NFL On Hold Till After 2029-2030

"We don't see any changes to our contractual terms until the 2030 season. Our relationship with the NFL is an incredibly positive one. We engage with them all the time."

FOX Corp. Reports 28.1% Revenue Increase During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

“Fiscal 2026 was an exceptional year for FOX, capped by our broadcast of a remarkable FIFA Men's World Cup."

Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

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