Jenna Wolfe set to join FS1's 'First Things First' morning show

As previously reported by Sporting News, Wolfe is set to return to morning television.

Have Jets found secret to selling NFL tickets to millennials?

New "Boarding Pass" season ticket plan invites fans to sit in different locations for each home game

Skip Bayless: NFL, Roger Goodell making Ezekiel Elliott 'face of domestic violence'

Skip Bayless thinks the NFL and Roger Goodell are making an example of Ezekiel Elliott by making the suspended Cowboys running back "the face of domestic violence."

Josina Anderson on Colin Kaepernick support: 'Where are the quarterbacks?'

Josina Anderson asks an interesting question: Why aren't Colin Kaepernick's fellow quarterbacks helping support him?

Jason Whitlock: Colin Kaepernick supporters want 'racial shakedown' of NFL

Jason Whitlock thinks Colin Kaepernick's supporters are following the protest playbook used by Al Sharpton.

Jay Cutler's choice: Less than $500,000 at Fox or $10 million with Dolphins

Now we know why it was an easy call for Jay Cutler to give up his new TV career for NFL comeback with the Dolphins.

Winter Olympics 2018: Mountain Dew deal signals Jules Marino's potential

Snowboarder Julia "Jules" Marino is poised for a breakout in South Korea. The endorsements are sure to follow if she does.

FS1's Skip Bayless: 'Communist' streak made me hated at 'white establishment' ESPN

"Undisputed" host Skip Bayless says he was too left-wing for ESPN's tastes and people at the network despised him for it. Never mind the fact the Worldwide Leader wanted to re-sign him last year and give him a huge raise.

ESPN's Linda Cohn calls BS on Cubs' 'ridiculous' Steve Bartman World Series ring

The longtime "SportsCenter" anchor says the world champs' Steve Bartman ring was a hollow, self-serving gesture.

Fox Sports 'absolutely' wants to keep Charissa Thompson from returning to ESPN

A Fox spokesman tells Sporting News it will fight to keep the longtime broadcaster, who is part of the network's NFL team.

Stephen A. Smith calls out Colin Kaepernick's media boosters: 'Where are you now?'

Stephen A. Smith thinks Colin Kaepernick's media cheerleaders need to take some responsibility for the quarterback's unemployment status.

Could Rex Ryan succeed Jon Gruden as 'Monday Night Football' analyst?

Rex Ryan might be at ESPN as an insurance policy just in case Jon Gruden bolts back to the NFL as a coach.

ESPN announces new college football studio teams for 2017

ESPN is shaking up its college football studio teams for the 2017 season.

Get ready for ESPN's three-hour NFL pregame show

The extended 'Sunday NFL Countdown' will be a trial by fire for Samantha Ponder as she replaces legendary host Chris Berman.

SN exclusive: ESPN wants Charissa Thompson for Mike Greenberg morning show

Fox Sports' Charissa Thompson could head back to the East Coast and join Mike Greenberg for ESPN's biggest new show launch in years.

Michael Vick now 'truly sorry' for Colin Kaepernick comments

Michael Vick has reversed himself after his comments about Colin Kaepernick.

Can't blame ESPN for wanting to interview O.J. Simpson, who still draws viewers

O.J. Simpson remains a compelling figure two decades after his murder trial. It's only natural that media outlets would want to sit down with him after he leaves prison, something that could happen as early as Oct. 1.

Brandel Chamblee sees Tiger Woods returning to golf — but not as a player

NBC/Golf Channel golf analyst Brandel Chamblee had a famous run-in with Tiger Woods, but Chamblee says he's a big fan of Woods, the player. He's not convinced Woods will play again.

Michael Vick's advice to Colin Kaepernick: Get a haircut

Michael Vick says Colin Kaepernick would be more palatable to potential employers if he looked "clean-cut." That means the 'Fro has to go.

SN exclusive: Ex-'Today' anchor Jenna Wolfe in talks with both ESPN and FS1

Jenna Wolfe is a finalist to sit alongside Cris Carter and Nick Wright when FS1 debuts "First Things First" on Sept. 5. Sources tell Sporting News she "killed" her audition.

Skip Bayless, other FS1 'opinionists' under pressure to debate sports that air on network

The FS1 crew, in particular its high-profile talkers, seldom discusses sports not named NFL and NBA. That's changing, and not by choice.

Mark Schlereth jumps to FS1 after 16 years at ESPN

Longtime ESPN analyst Mark Schlereth has jumped to rival FS1.

ESPYs 2017: Dodgers announcer Vin Scully to be honored with Icon Award

Vin Scully broadcast Dodgers game for 67 seasons, first in Brooklyn and then in Los Angeles. He retired after the 2016 season. His ESPY is for leaving a "lasting impression" on the sports world.

Five questions about Jamie Horowitz's firing at Fox Sports

What happens to all the "opinionist" programming Jamie Horowitz has created at Fox Sports 1? Which of his big-name hires are safe? Who's defecting? SN drills down for answers.

NBA Draft 2017: ESPN rides Lonzo, LaVar Ball to big TV ratings

There's no doubt ESPN went full Tim Tebow with the Ball family for its 2017 NBA Draft coverage.

NBA Draft: Phil Jackson fell asleep during top player's workout, says ESPN's Jay Williams

Jay Williams told shocked anchor Bob Ley the somnolent Phil Jackson story during Thursday's edition of "Outside the Lines."

Who's in, who's out: Inside ESPN's NBA Draft coverage

Here's everything you need to know about Thursday's NBA Draft telecast.

SN exclusive: Ray Lewis joining Fox, FS1 as NFL TV analyst

Ray Lewis as an NFL analyst at Fox Sports will appear on FS1's Los Angeles-based TV shows.

SN exclusive: Jesse Palmer re-signs with ESPN after bidding war with Fox

Jesse Palmer will continue to work on college football broadcasts, but as a full-time studio panelist rather than a game analyst. He also will continue in his role as a special contributor for "Good Morning America."

Frenemies: ESPN vs. FS1 pits four friends-turned-rivals against each other

The rivalry between ESPN and FS1 is getting personal, as a recent promotion at the former network further proves.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: Meet the Showtime TV team that will call the PPV megafight

Showtime is going with its "A" lineup for the network's Aug. 26 pay-per-view broadcast of Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor. It will also bring some UFC voices to the table.

Mayweather vs. McGregor hype train quickly reaches full steam ahead

Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor are scheduled to fight in late August, which means the sports media industry has just enough time to turn the bout into something akin to a Super Bowl.

Colin Kaepernick's biggest critic has best idea to save QB's NFL career

Colin Kaepernick to the Dallas Cowboys is a sensible move ironically supported by the controversial NFL quarterback's biggest critic in the media, Jason Whitlock of FS1.

'Pride of the Yankees' book details how Hollywood shaped legend of Lou Gehrig

Gary Cooper became Lou Gehrig during production of the Hollywood classic "Pride of the Yankees." A new book about the movie examines how Cooper's transformation altered perceptions of the real Iron Horse.

ESPN's Mike Greenberg on new solo morning show: 'Risk worth taking'

Mike Greenberg is going out on his own after almost two decades of working together with Mike Golic. A move to New York and a shift to ESPN adds to the move's degree of difficulty.

ESPN's own study indicates big chunk of viewers perceive network has liberal bias

About three-fifths of a subset of respondents told researchers they believe ESPN leans too far to the left.

David Ortiz: Yankees' Aaron Judge is 'scariest thing I've ever seen'

Red Sox and Yankees players typically don't have warm and fuzzy feelings toward each other. But no less than Red Sox legend David Ortiz calls giant Yankees slugger Aaron Judge the "scariest thing I've ever seen."

Stephen A. Smith absent from NBA Finals, ESPN's 'First Take' after death of mother

Stephen A. Smith is off the air indefinitely as he mourns the death of his mother, Janet Smith.

NFL insider John 'The Professor' Clayton out at ESPN

The Professor's tenure at ESPN is coming to an end.

Shakeup at Fox Sports: Pesavento, Foss out at Fox Digital

Fox Sports is shaking up its digital news operations, with two key executives out the door.

NBA Finals 2017: ESPN adding 'First Take' episodes as show hits road

Stephen A. Smith, Max Kellerman and Molly Qerim will be on your TV a lot more during the NBA Finals.

Turner Sports weighing return to NFL; would face heavy competition for rights

Turner Sports broadcast NFL Sunday night games from 1990-97. It's considering a return when the current rights deals expire, but it will have to beat one of out the current rights holders and other potential suitors.

Seattle councilwoman lobbies Seahawks to sign Colin Kaepernick

Kshama Sawant, a socialist, wrote to coach Pete Carroll and team owner Paul Allen, asking them to add Kap as Russell Wilson's backup.

ESPN extends Dick Vitale's contract through 2019-2020

ESPN has re-signed Dick Vitale to a new contract that will take him through the 2019-2020, or his 41st season with the Worldwide Leader in Sports.

Kristine Leahy: I'm getting death threats after LaVar Ball confrontation

Following her confrontation with LaVar Ball, FS1's Kristine Leahy says she's getting death threats and adds it's time for networks to stop inviting him as a guest.

Kristine Leahy addresses LaVar Ball comments: 'You can't come at me and disrespect me'

The Fox Sports 1 host isn't backing down after being dismissed by the father of Lonzo Ball. FS1 colleague Jason Whitlock offered his on-air support to Leahy.

Goodbye, 'Mike & Mike': Greenberg making solo leap of faith as ESPN announces programming changes

ESPN announced major changes to its programming beginning in January 2018, including Mike Greenberg's new show.

Joe Buck to lead Fox Sports' upfront pitch to advertisers

Joe Buck will tout FS1's first ever morning show, which will be headlined by Cris Carter and Nick Wright.

ESPN shakes up 'SportsCenter,' puts several big names in new roles

ESPN is shaking up its faltering "SportsCenter" franchise, naming anchors Kenny Mayne, John Buccigross, Sage Steele and Hannah Storm to new roles and adding a new TV/digital element called "SportsCenter Right Now."

Mighty Aaron Judge powering Yankees TV ratings on YES Network

The Yankees' rookie sensation is the driving force behind surging TV ratings.

Seth Davis laid off at Sports Illustrated, cracks joke on way out

Respected basketball writer Seth Davis was among five staffers laid off by SI this week.

Chris Berman 'overwhelmed' by support after wife Kathy's death

Legendary ESPN broadcaster Chris Berman and his children say they're "overwhelmed" by the outpouring of love and support they've received since the death of Katherine Berman on Tuesday.

Derek Jeter gives epic salute to New York in moving video

In a new piece on Jeter's own Players' Tribune, Jeter writes that he loved being No. 2 in the country's No. 1 city.

CBS's Tony Romo admits he'll probably stink on TV at first

CBS will need to be patient with its new No. 1 NFL game analyst. Tony Romo, though, is up for the challenge.

Jerome 'The Bus' Bettis confirms he's out at ESPN

The Steelers legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer is part of the Worldwide Leader's recent layoffs.

Jay Cutler will be lucky if TV viewers like him, let alone love him

Fox hiring Jay Cutler for its No. 2 NFL broadcast team is risky, especially considering other the other candidates the network could have pursued.

Pro Bull Riders now find themselves as media darlings

The media's new heroes are cowboys. No, not the NFL team. But the real-life cowboys of Professional Bull Riders (PBR).

SN exclusive: Inside Mike Greenberg's new ESPN morning show

Mike Greenberg's new ESPN morning TV show will create a "community of conversation" around the host and a rotating series of guests.

'SportsCenter' anchor Linda Cohn: Politics hurting ESPN

Over the past 25 years, the pioneering Linda Cohn has anchored more "SportsCenter" editions than anybody in ESPN history.

Allen Iverson answers Bleacher Report's call for sports-culture crossover star

Allen Iverson is the cultural template for today's NBA superstars. The Answer is about to influence a new generation in a just-launched ad campaign.

'Bloodbath' in Bristol: ESPN could cut 70 people

"Take our money," some anchors and analysts appear to be saying to management as they try to remain employed at the Worldwide Leader in Sports.

ESPN laying off about 100 anchors, reporters, analysts and staffers, sources say

ESPN is laying off about 100 people, and about half include well-known on-air TV/Radio talent.

Mike and the Mad Dog reunion talk reaches new level in ESPN '30 for 30' screening

Mike Francesa and Chris Russo ruled the New York airwaves for almost two decades. With the cold war between the two thawing, there's a chance fans can again hear them together on radio.

ESPN VP rips Fox Sports 1 head for 'cheap shot' about 'SportsCenter' audience drop

ESPN and Fox Sports are tangling publicly at a time when ESPN's flagship program is changing. The latest flareup occurred Wednesday at the World Congress of Sports in California, courtesy of ESPN VP Burke Magnus.

Fox's Joe Buck says announcers should stick to sports

With the sports media still debating how to cover things such as 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's protest of the U.S. flag/anthem, the "stick to sports" fans might have found a new champion: Joe Buck of Fox Sports.

SN exclusive: ESPN to give polarizing Sage Steele morning role, perhaps with Mike Greenberg

Sage Steele is about to return to Bristol, potentially in a big way, after being bumped from her NBA pregame show assignment.

SN exclusive: Tim Brando, career end on horizon, signs extension with Fox Sports

Tim Brando is comfortable in his role as a college sports voice for Fox Sports. He says he'd like the network to be his final stop in a broadcasting career that began in Shreveport, La.

Jason Whitlock sounds off on 'liberal' sports media, whether Bill Simmons should return to ESPN

"Speak for Yourself" co-host Jason Whitlock is his usual outspoken self as he discusses a range of topics with SN.

Sexist golf announcer under fire for leering at Sergio Garcia's fiancee

What is about the golf media and the wives of PGA Tour stars? Maybe these white-shoe country club types are so uptight that they can't help slobbering over a short skirt.

Masters disaster: Final round ratings fall to 13-year low

It was the lowest final round overnight since Phil Mickelson's win in 2004.

CBS captures unforgettable shot after Sergio Garcia's Masters win

Somebody at CBS Sports deserves a bonus.

Chris Simms believes Jim Nantz 'signed off' on CBS ousting dad Phil for Tony Romo

Chris Simms, who like his dad is a former NFL quarterback, says CBS had to at least consult Jim Nantz about replacing his longtime booth partner and that Nantz had to consent "in some way,"

Will Tony Romo fumble on CBS? We ask sports TV experts

In the wake of CBS' Tony Romo hire, SN conducted a round table with four NFL TV announcers/insiders.

Tony Romo choosing TV over football, he says, but adds 'never say never'

The Cowboys quarterback did not commit 100 percent to being done with the NFL during his introductory press conference with CBS.

CBS viewers may not have Phil Simms to kick around any more

If Phil Simms is losing his job, CBS should step up and say something publicly.

Final Four 2017: Bill Raftery on college hoops' main TV stage after decades of paying dues

Longtime analyst Bill Raftery will be working his third NCAA men's national championship game Monday night. His promotion to the main stage was an inspired decision by the CBS and Turner bosses.

SN exclusive: ESPN's Mike Greenberg discusses biggest regret about 'Mike & Mike' breakup

During a wide-ranging interview with SN, Greenberg talked about his solo show, whether ESPN has become too liberal and his reaction to "Mike & Mike" critic Bill Simmons losing his own show on HBO.

Is ESPN too liberal? New poll finds 60 percent think network leans left

Disney chief Bob Iger strongly denies ESPN exhibits a liberal bias. But try telling that to respondents in a new poll.

Ernie Johnson: NCAA Tournament source of unity at time 'everybody is so stinking confrontational'

The longtime broadcaster appreciates the NCAA Tournament's ability to provide fans an escape from the country's daily conflicts which are fueled by social media.

SN exclusive: ESPN's John Buccigross poised to become free agent

The longtime "SportsCenter" anchor and hockey devotee could hit the open market this summer. Negotiations are happening amid reports of impending deep cuts to the on-air talent roster at ESPN.

LaVar Ball returning to ESPN's 'First Take'; sorry, America

LaVar Ball has turned off a lot of ESPN personalities with his outlandish statements, but Bristol believes it's good TV. So LaVar is returning to the studio for another round on "First Take."

Mets hope Citi Field food options will rule baseball in 2017

The Mets drew rave reviews at the ballpark Thursday for their high-end food offerings from celebrity chefs such as Michael White and Josh Capo.

Colin Kaepernick won't recover from 'anti-American' tag, warns ESPN's Jemele Hill

There's still time for some quarterback-hungry NFL team to sign free agent Colin Kaepernick. But each passing day raises the possibility that the unemployed former 49ers QB is being blackballed by owners for refusing to stand for the American flag and national anthem last season.

Watch how horrifyingly easy it was for thief to steal Tom Brady's jersey

Bravo for Jay Glazer. The video is a great scoop that will be talked about for years.

ESPN rips 'one-way' relationship with NBA stars who sit out showcase games

The network wants the league's stars playing in its showcase games. After not getting that on back-to-back Saturdays, it's crying to its viewers and viewers

Spike Lee rips NFL teams for passing on Colin Kaepernick: 'Smells mad fishy'

Colin Kaepernick remains unsigned in NFL free agency, a reality Spike Lee says "stinks to the high heavens."

Source: Looming ESPN layoffs have sparked 'panic of biblical proportions' among talent

One source told Sporting News: "Everybody's calling their agent. Nobody is safe."

March Madness 2017: Charles Barkley on NCAA Tournament, anthem protests, Mayweather-McGregor

The controversial Turner analyst, for once, doesn't have a strong opinion: He can't settle on one team to win the NCAA Tournament, though he believes the Pac-12 can make noise.

March Madness 2017: CBS delivers faster, crisper Selection Show year after leak-marred fiasco

CBS's studio team, led by Greg Gumbel, got right to the point on Selection Sunday 2017. It was a welcome change from the bloated two-hour fiasco of 2016.

SN exclusive: ESPN's Mike Golic opens up on pending split with Mike Greenberg

Mike Golic, one half of the long-running "Mike & Mike in the Morning" on ESPN2 and ESPN Radio, would be fine doing the show with another partner. His son Mike Jr. is a candidate.

Charles Barkley delivers stern warning to 'whiny,' entitled LeBron James

"Of course" Charles Barkley stands by his criticism earlier this year of LeBron James. Barkley knows talk like that is not going to be popular with today's spoiled players. He doesn't care.

CBS cuts bloated Selection Sunday show to 90 minutes from two hours

CBS received terrible reviews for its disastrous production last season. A 25 percent cut is expected to lead to a "crisper" telecast, according to the network's sports boss.

Mayock: NFL sees huge media opportunity for 'Underwear Olympics'

So what does the NFL do to keep fans interested in the dead period between the Super Bowl and NFL Draft in late April? That's easy. Go big on TV coverage of the "Underwear Olympics."

Dan Le Batard-Michael Rapaport ESPN media war 'for the ages' gets down, dirty

Personal attacks between ESPN colleagues Dan Le Batard and Michael Rapaport have grabbed the attention of the TV sports industry. Rapaport is the latest to escalate.

Sam Ponder is surprise candidate to succeed Chris Berman on 'Sunday NFL Countdown'

Samantha Ponder has emerged as a strong candidate to replace Chris Berman as host of ESPN's "'Sunday NFL Countdown," sources tell Sporting News.

ESPN wooing Katie Nolan of FS1, sources tell SN

ESPN is secretly wooing FS1 rising star Katie Nolan, Sporting News has learned.

FS1 has plans for 'five times as much Katie Nolan'

FS1 is developing a variety of new shows for Katie Nolan that could air in either the late-night, afternoon or morning windows, sources told Sporting News.

Emmitt Smith: Cowboys could have won 4 Super Bowls with Jimmy Johnson

Could we have won more Super Bowls if Jones' ego had not run amok?

SN exclusive: Ex-ESPNer Josh Elliott could make return to sports TV at FS1

A familiar face could be returning to sports TV: anchor/reporter Josh Elliott, who's spent most of the past six years with CBS, NBC and ABC.

Jay Harris is ESPN's utility player in an ever-changing industry

Sporting News talked to ESPN anchor Jay Harris about what has worked on "SportsCenter:AM," what hasn't and what's next for him.

Curt Schilling: ESPN has gone 'way over the edge on the left' politically

Curt Schilling has been gone from ESPN for 10 months. But the former MLB star is still throwing heaters at his former employer.

ESPN's Dan Dakich tweets non-apology apology to Tom Izzo, Michigan State

The college basketball analyst has been under fire since tweeting (then deleting) MSU students were "whiners" and too dumb to get into the University of Michigan, where his son plays basketball.

ESPN denies Mike Lupica's 'rambling, diva fits' forced cancellation of 'Sports Reporters'

ESPN boss John Skipper has come out guns blazing against against a New York Post report that Mike Lupica's "rambling, diva fits" forced the network to cancel its long-running show "The Sports Reporters."

Peter King blasts 'despicable' Bleacher Report for stealing Tom Brady quote

Peter King brutally schooled Bleacher Report on journalistic ethics after it tweeted one of his quotes from an exclusive interview with Tom Brady.

Freaky Wednesday: ESPN's Adam Schefter, Dick Vitale to call NBA telecasts

ESPN will play role reversal this week and let Adam Schefter and Dick Vitale call a pair of NBA games.

Steve Young says he's invested in ESPN role despite what he told mag

The "Monday Night Countdown" panelist was portrayed by The New Yorker as being more interested in high finance. Young rejects that characterization.

Bob Costas stepping down signals death of Sports Anchor-God

The news that 64-year-old Bob Costas is passing the torch to Mike Tirico after 24 years as NBC Sports' primetime Olympics host underlines, once again, how much the sports TV business is changing.

ESPN's Bomani Jones is the one who got away from Fox Sports

Fox tried to recruit Bomani Jones away from ESPN not once but twice, sources tell SN. Jones' patience could pay off soon, as he's poised to land his own starring TV vehicle at ESPN in coming months, sources say.

John Kruk didn't like 'rude' phone calls from ESPN while playing golf

We're getting some insight into why ESPN and baseball analyst John Kruk mutually agreed to part ways last fall.

Patriots save Fox with comeback; instant Super Bowl classic pulls massive rating

Fox was bailed out big-time when New England erased a 28-3 deficit to win Super Bowl 51 in overtime.

SN Exclusive: Fox to tape delay Super Bowl 51 pregame, halftime shows

There's been mounting speculation singer Lady Gaga and the cast of the Broadway musical "Hamilton" will use the Super Bowl stage to rip President Donald Trump.

ESPN's Michael Smith and Jemele Hill discuss 'The Six,' and whether FS1 tried to hire them

ESPN's flagship "SportsCenter" franchise will take on a younger, hipper face as Michael Smith and Jemele Hill of "His & Hers" take over the 6 p.m. ET edition on Monday.

Mike Ditka blasts 'a—hole' journalists hounding Tom Brady over Donald Trump

Ditka's interview covered a lot of subjects, including Donald Trump, Barack Obama and Colin Kaepernick.

Tom Brady's Intel Super Bowl spot tackles 'undiscovered country of broadcasting'

Get a sneak peek at Tom Brady's Super Bowl ad for Intel.

Screw Charles Barkley? Shut up already, LeBron

King James made himself look petty and small by responding so personally to Charles Barkley's previous criticism.

LeBron James blisters 'hater' Charles Barkley in response to negative comments

King James, speaking after another Cavaliers loss, has lost patience with the TNT analyst and former NBA star.

49ers can thank John Elway, who 'challenged' John Lynch to be a GM

The mystery of how John Lynch suddenly went from Fox Sports NFL TV analyst to 49ers general manager is starting to clear up.

Sorry, Fox: Despite agency switch, ESPN will continue 'This is SportsCenter' ads

Fox Sports may have swiped away ESPN's ad agency. But ESPN will likely continue its "This is SportsCenter" ad campaign, said sources, shoving a thumb in the eye of rival FS1.

FOX hires ESPN ad agency behind 'This is SportsCenter' campaign

Together, ESPN marketers and W&K created the long-running "This is SportsCenter" ad campaign in 1992.

Colin Cowherd 'shocked' ESPN would take swipe at FS1; keep swinging, he says

Cowherd sees the Worldwide Leader's actions as a good sign for his network, which is filled with former ESPN talent.

How Bleacher Report wants to 'redefine' live NBA, MLB game broadcasts for millennials

The Turner-owned site is making a big play for the young audience through non-traditional video content.

ESPN mocks FS1 with unprecedented online trash talk

Is ESPN hearing footsteps?

Fans' mockery of Phil Simms reaches crescendo on social media

TV viewers could either laugh or cry at how lopsided the AFC and NFC championship games were Sunday, and they chose to laugh — mostly at the expense of poor Phil Simms of CBS Sports.

ESPN offers to televise Donald Trump's March Madness bracket

The Worldwide Leader in Sports stands ready to televise new President Donald Trump's March Madness picks in the coming weeks.

President Donald Trump takes office as America's first sports-mogul-in-chief

If Barack Obama was the First Fan, with his pickup basketball games and March Madness bracket for ESPN, Trump is the stark opposite.

ESPN's Sarina Morales, new contract in hand, ready to play hardball against FS1

The morning personality talks with exclusively with SN about the path that led her to the Worldwide Leader and her status as one of the top Latina talents in television.

ESPN's Mike Wilbon: 'Washed-up' Seahawks should just shut up

The co-host of the long-running "Pardon the Interruption" occasionally gets fed up with the antics of obnoxious pro athletes.

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith trolls Cowboys fans as Skip Bayless mourns on FS1

The Cowboys are always fertile ground for the world wide leaders in hot takes.

Packers-Cowboys was TV classic NFL desperately needed

An instant classic from Green Bay and Dallas came at the perfect time for the NFL.

Sources: ESPN eyeing FS1's Charissa Thompson for Chris Berman role

News of the Worldwide Leader's interest in Thompson comes soon after it was announced Chris Berman would move out of his signature roles with the network.

Terry Bradshaw admits: I shouldn't have called Mike Tomlin a cheerleader

The Fox NFL analyst and former QB thinks he should have used a different word.

Jay Glazer: Cowboys should be 'petrified' of red-hot Aaron Rodgers

As the No. 1 seed in the NFC, the Cowboys have rightly been installed as favorites over the Packers in this Sunday's divisional playoff game. But football is also a game of momentum.

Sports media punches Odell Beckham Jr., abandons his ship of fools

Here's why the sports media is jumping ship on Odell Beckham Jr.

Skip Bayless trolls Giants 'Yacht Club' for dropping passes vs. Packers

That didn't take long.

ESPN's Chris Berman opens up on losing 'NFL Primetime' and his reduced role

In an SN exclusive, the ESPN trailblazer riffs on the future of "SportsCenter," ESPN's NFL coverage and more.

Chris Berman out as face of ESPN's NFL coverage after this year

Chris Berman is out as the lead face and voice of ESPN's NFL TV shows after 31 years.

Jon Gruden: 'Iceman' Eli Manning is last QB teams want to face in playoffs

The Giants' offense has been struggling most of the season. But "Iceman" Eli Manning is the last QB that the Packers and other NFL playoff teams want to face in the playoffs, warns Jon Gruden of ESPN.

Rex Ryan's next job? Two NFL partners interested in fired Bills coach for TV

Rex Ryan's gruff nature might make him a perfect fit for TV.

ESPN's CFP ratings bounce back from last season's New Year's Eve disaster

ESPN has a lot at stake with the CFP, so the "Worldwide Leader in Sports" had to be happy with Saturday night's TV ratings.

No, Skip Bayless didn't praise himself, and expect to see more of him on Facebook

Bayless is taking to Facebook to share more of his opinions that don't fit the "Undisputed" mold.

Cris Carter, Nick Wright can stake claim to FS1 morning show with successful tryout

Cris Carter and Nick Wright could earn first dibs on FS1's planned new program by crushing it next week as guest hosts of "The Herd with Colin Cowherd."

Do NBA and ESPN care about NFL playing Grinch to their Christmas party?

The two NFL games scheduled for Sunday will overlap four of the five games on ESPN/ABC's NBA slate.

NBC's 'Sunday Night Football' on track to be No. 1 TV show for 6th straight year

With two game telecasts remaining in the 2016 season, NBC Sports says "Sunday Night Football" is poised to tie Fox's former "American Idol" as the only TV series to finish No. 1 six years in a row.

NFL, TV networks force-feeding you Cowboys with good reason

Tired of watching the Cowboys in prime time seemingly every week? Too bad. They're money in the bank.

Stephen A. Smith opens up on Skip Bayless, new-look 'First Take' and why he yells

Stephen A. Smith and Max Kellerman discuss their show's move to ESPN and their new competition at FS1.

Tony Kornheiser is right: Cavaliers a 'disgrace' for resting LeBron, Kyrie, Love on same night

The "Pardon the Interruption" co-host took the NBA champions to task for keeping their Big Three home while the rest of the team played in Memphis on Wednesday.

NFL can't keep ignoring those offended by player protests

Football and patriotism are synonymous, according to some previously loyal NFL fans. That means Colin Kaepernick has to go, right?

Who will be first TV twit to call for Tony Romo over Dak Prescott?

The inevitable sports TV debate of Cowboys QBs, plus more in this week's media column.

Ronda Rousey turns off Stephen A. Smith in rousing promo for UFC 207

Ronda Rousey literally turns off critics like Stephen A. Smith in a bad-ass new promo for her comeback against Amanda Nunes at UFC 207.

Forget debate: Jason Whitlock's 'Speak for Yourself' on FS1 would rather drive news cycle

Jason Whitlock wants the show (which he co-hosts with Colin Cowherd and Jason McIntyre) to be known for thoughtful discussion rather than rock-'em, sock-'em debates.

Magic Johnson's return to ESPN is another blow to Bill Simmons' ego

Bill Simmons' old colleagues are having the last laugh as Magic Johnson and Michael Wilbon return to "NBA Countdown."

Dak Prescott tells NBC his Cowboys success was 'supposed to happen'

The rookie quarterback isn't surprised one bit by his performance.

Tiger Woods' return to golf is a holiday gift to sagging sports TV biz

One of the sports world's greatest all-time TV draws is returning to action. Woods will tee it up at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas on Thursday.

Draymond Green uses most outdated argument in sports vs. ESPN's Adam Schefter

Adam Schefter has forgotten more about the NFL than Draymond Green ever learned.

If Jon Gruden leaves to coach, bring in Peyton Manning for ESPN's 'MNF'

Jon Gruden could be in the mix for the Los Angeles Rams job, not that anyone in Bristol believes it.

Michigan vs. Ohio State easily highest-rated college football game of season

ESPN's huge investment in college football is paying off.

Shannon Sharpe: NFL officiating so bad some fans think games are fixed

NFL officiating has become so bad some fans think games are fixed. That was the serious charge leveled by Shannon Sharpe on FS1's "Undisputed" Tuesday after poor officiating marred the Raiders' 27-20 win Monday night against the Texans in Mexico City.

NFL's errant kickers have turned the extra point into must-see TV

NFL kickers blew a record 12 PAT's Sunday. They missed left. They missed right. They doinked them off the goalposts. And it was great.

The 10 most annoying NFL TV cliches of the 2016 season

They take up air time, but add little to the broadcast or to viewers understanding of the game. They change from season to season, as NFL talking heads copy popular expressions from contemporaries and drop others.

Tony Romo brilliantly shills for his favorite product: Tony Romo

The now-backup quarterback did more than graciously pass the baton to Dak Prescott; he also made a compelling sales pitch to teams that will need a starter next season.

'Dak all day': Rodney Harrison thinks Cowboys should trade Tony Romo

Rodney Harrison of NBC Sports has a straightforward solution to the Cowboys' quarterback controversy: Trade veteran Tony Romo and keep rookie Dak Prescott.

Bob Costas has great idea on how NFL should handle protesting players

Leave it to Costas to come up with one of the most intriguing ideas we've heard on how the NFL can handle protesting players such as Colin Kaepernick.

SN exclusive: Skip Bayless still worried Jerry Jones will 'screw' up Dak Prescott vs. Tony Romo

In an interview with SN, Bayless talks about his worry that Jerry Jones will snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. He also discusses leaving behind former partner Stephen A. Smith on ESPN2's "First Take."

UFC 205: Conor McGregor and his trash talk are UFC's secret weapon

UFC 205 star Conor McGregor is the best interview in sports, and that's helped with the TV ratings.

Troy Aikman signs 3-year extension with Fox Sports despite feud with Skip Bayless

The Hall of Famer will continue on as the network's No. 1 NFL game analyst.

Vince Vaughn tells why Cubs' World Series win drew record TV viewers

The actor and Chicago native appreciates the "great story" that was the team's seven-game triumph in the 2016 Fall Classic.

Tom Brady's 'Religion of Sports' documentary features sinners, saviors and saints

Sports teams and star players inspire the same fervor and devotion in sports fans as the world's great religions do in their followers. That's the idea behind "Religion of Sports," the new documentary produced by Tom Brady and Michael Strahan.

Game over: Top 10 reasons why Bill Simmons flopped on TV

"Any Given Wednesday" was supposed to be the former ESPN bad boy's big move into TV and the showpiece of Simmons' new multimedia empire. So what happened?

HBO cancels Bill Simmons' struggling 'Any Given Wednesday'

Low ratings were the end of Bill Simmons' HBO show.

'Emotional wreck' Anthony Rizzo spoke for TV viewers as Fox rose to occasion in Game 7

Game 7 produced some of the greatest World Series moments in baseball history. And Fox Sports' TV coverage made it memorable.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger suspended for suggesting Eagles put bounty on Ezekiel Elliott

Brian Baldinger has been suspended for six months for his comments about the Eagles placing a bounty on Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott

World Series 2016: Fox TV ratings skyrocket for Game 6

ESPN's Herm Edwards says high-scoring college football hurting NFL ratings

Edwards said fans are changing the channel out of boredom.

Is Donald Trump right about Colin Kaepernick and NFL TV ratings?

Donald Trump claims Colin Kaepernick's national anthem protest is hurting NFL TV ratings. Recent surveys back him up.

HBO's Andrea Kremer breaks down 'million-dollar sperm' interview with accused rapist Bikram Choudhury

Bikram Choudhury called those accusing him of sexual assault lying trash. That was one of the more tame things he said to Kremer.

Unpredictable Pete Rose is the Charles Barkley of Fox Sports

Baseball's all-time hits leader is direct, unpredictable and wildly entertaining as he analyzes the 2016 World Series between the Cubs and Indians for Fox Sports.

World Series 2016: Cubs, Indians spark TV ratings spike for Game 1

The 2016 World Series and Fox Sports are off to a good start in terms of TV ratings.

NHL, Fanatics form new partnership for replica jersey deal

The NHL is announcing a new deal naming Fanatics the official manufacturer and supplier of replica NHL jerseys starting with the 2017-2018 season.

Who knew? A-Rod turning into top TV analyst for Fox

You never know who's going to succeed or fail on TV. Witness the long, strange trip of Alex Rodriguez to Fox Sports/FS1.

World Series 2016: Cubs-Indians dream matchup gives MLB opening vs. NFL

Alex Rodriguez and the Fox Sports crew believes the quintessential matchup between the Cubs and Indians could help MLB catch up to the NFL.

FS1 programming puzzle coming together to challenge ESPN

FS1 is developing a daytime lineup to help set up such popular shows as "Undisputed" with Skip Bayless and Colin Cowherd's "Speak for Yourself" to help the network challenge ESPN.

WATCH: NBC's Michele Tafoya as shocked as Pete Carroll when Seahawks missed kick

NBC's Michele Tafoya inadvertently entertained viewers with her shocked reaction to the Seahawks' missed field goal in overtime on "Sunday Night Football."

ESPN2 considering Bomani Jones, Pablo Torre for new noon show

Bomani Jones and Pablo Torre would get their own show at noon, replacing Jemele Hill and Michael Smith, who are moving to the 6 p.m. SportsCenter slot.

Pardon the interruption, but Wilbon and Kornheiser have signed new deals with ESPN

TV ratings for the weekday show are not what they used to be, but it's still a halo show for ESPN.

SBJ: Under Armour, Fanatics poised to land MLB jersey/apparel deal

Under Armour is poised to land its first official outfitting deal with a major American pro sports league.

A-Rod: There's an 'opening' for MLB to overtake NFL and become No. 1 again

With NFL TV ratings tumbling, Alex Rodriguez believes Major League Baseball can use the momentum of the 2016 playoffs to gain ground on the NFL.

SN Exclusive: NBA insider Chris Broussard jumping to rival FS1 from ESPN

Sources say Chris Broussard will be the latest big name to leave ESPN for FS1.

Rousey-Cyborg will happen, will set UFC PPV record, Dana White predicts

The UFC president says a fight between the women's superstars is inevitable.

SN Exclusive: FS1 planning new morning show as lead-in to Skip Bayless

FS1 is preparing to raise the stakes in its rivalry with ESPN by developing a new morning show that would serve as a lead-in to the "Undisputed" debate show starring Skip Bayless.

League of Denial: How #BoycottNFL vigilantes are targeting NFL TV ratings

The NFL is dreaming if it thinks the alarming double-digit drop in TV ratings this season has nothing to with a fan backlash against Colin Kaepernick's protest of the American flag and national anthem.

'Get out of my face:' 329-pound Giants tackle shoves ESPN reporter

Giants tackle Ereck Flowers didn't want to talk to an ESPN reporter after the team's loss to the Packers Sunday night, so he shoved him out of the way.

Kaepernick Effect? Falling ratings force NFL TV networks to give back free ads

The NFL is seeing a noticeable drop in TV ratings, and many think 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is to blame.

Shock poll: A third of NFL TV viewers boycotting games because of Colin Kaepernick-led protests

It's the Kaepernick Effect, stupid.

Terry Bradshaw warns Colin Kaepernick, protesters 'will 'pay' for disrespecting flag

Bradshaw, a co-host of "Fox NFL Sunday," said he supports Kaepernick's stance on social injustice but finds his national anthem protest "extremely disrespectful."

Cowherd: Is 'goofy' Rex Ryan auditioning for TV while coaching Bills?

If Rex Ryan doesn't turn around the Bills this season, he may be out of a job. But some think he's already working on a second career as a NFL TV analyst.

Baseball analyst John Kruk out at ESPN

ESPN and John Kruk have parted ways after a 12-year run with its various MLB shows.

ESPN's 'Sunday NFL Countdown' rookies brought it on Sunday

ESPN's 'Sunday NFL Countdown' added some rookie announcers to its cast, and they are starting to step up.

Struggling TV star Bill Simmons plans writing comeback

With his HBO TV show struggling, Bill Simmons told fans he is going to resurrect his writing career.

Despite new challengers, ESPN remains on top thanks to John Skipper

ESPN's John Skipper was voted the third most powerful person in sports by a panel of experts.

The Cowboy Way: Pro Bull Riders counter-protest Colin Kaepernick's national anthem stance

While Colin Kaepernick and other professional athletes are protesting against social injustice by kneeling during the national anthem, the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) have united and pledged to stand at attention during the "Star-Spangled Banner."