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The End of an Era in New England, Alabama Jan 12, 2024

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With Bill Belichick leaving the New England Patriots, a quarter of the NFL has head coach vacancies. Andrew Brandt joins us to discuss why Belichick and the Pats parted ways, the retirement of Nick Saban, Pete Carroll’s exit from his head coaching role with the Seahawks, and the NFL’s lack of patience for success.

Plus, ESPN had a very strange day in which Pat McAfee reversed course on his announcement that he would take a break from having Aaron Rodgers on his show, and it was reported that the company secured Emmys for its on-air talent under false pretenses for 14 years.

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Texans Family Feud Could Lead to Ownership Changes Jan 11, 2024

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The Houston Texans are set to host a playoff game amid an unfolding ownership squabble. Robert Cary McNair Jr. has issued a court request for guardianship over the estate of his mother, controlling owner Janice McNair, a move opposed by Janice and another of her sons, Texans CEO Cal McNair.

Plus, we dive into the drama surrounding the growing number of NFL coaching vacancies and the big narratives of the NFL playoffs with ESPN’s Matt Miller.

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Drama Heightens as McAfee, Rodgers Attack ESPN Execs Jan 10, 2024

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Aaron Rodgers continued his public feud with Jimmy Kimmel on Tuesday, using Pat McAfee’s show as a platform. Meanwhile, McAfee is facing off against powerful ESPN executive Norby Williamson. All of it adds up to drama—and possibly big ratings—at ESPN, as the conversation has transcended sports and expanded into the mainstream.

Plus, we take a look at the NBA’s efforts to grow in Europe, particularly in France, with Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama turbo-charging interest in his home country.

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Tiger-Nike Split Marks End of an Era Jan 09, 2024

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Tiger Woods and Nike have parted ways after 27 years of working together. We dive into how the relationship is unlike nearly any other in modern sports history and we may not see anything comparable for a long time.

Plus, the Washington Commanders have parted ways with head coach Ron Rivera, and are taking a unique approach to replacing him. The Kansas City Royals and Chiefs have offered the voters of Jackson County a stadium deal, and Mark Cuban and the new Dallas Mavericks ownership are giving out big bonuses.

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CFP Final Marks the End of an Era Jan 08, 2024

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The College Football Playoff final features two teams in transition. Washington represents the Pac-12, but ironically played an active role in dismantling the conference. Meanwhile, Michigan is fighting for a championship while its storied coach, Jim Harbaugh, may be eyeing a gig in the NFL.

Plus, we look at another dominant year in viewership for the NFL, the rise of the Houston Texans, and we hear from Nick Carparelli, executive director of Bowl Season, on what’s working and what needs to change in college football.

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Women’s Sports Hit New Heights with Landmark ESPN-NCAA Deal Jan 05, 2024

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ESPN and the NCAA struck an eight-year, $920 million deal for broadcast rights to 40 championships, including the women’s March Madness tournament. Women’s Division I sports comprised more than half of the value in the deal at $65 million annually.

Plus, the Oakland A’s shut out the Oakland B’s, Las Vegas business owners are threatening to sue Clark County over losses related to the city’s Formula 1 race, and Brent Chapman, CEO of myNILpay, offers a window into the chaotic world of college athlete compensation.

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Kimmel-Rodgers Feud a Headache for Disney Jan 04, 2024

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Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel are in a public spat that has Kimmel threatening legal action. That’s an issue for Disney, owner of ABC and ESPN, which respectively broadcast Jimmy Kimmel Live and the Pat McAfee show, on which Rodgers is a regular guest.

Plus, Andrew Brandt joins to discuss the fight between the Denver Broncos and their quarterback, Russell Wilson, after the Broncos said they would bench Wilson if he didn’t restructure his contract.

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Golf World in Flux as PGA-PIF Talks Continue Jan 03, 2024

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A deadline between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund came and went with no deal, but the two sides continue to talk. Meanwhile, the PGA Tour appears to be nearing a deal with a separate group of sports team owners to provide additional funds and a backup should negotiations with the PIF fall apart.

Plus, the Professional Women’s Hockey League launched, Jim Harbaugh may have one foot out the door, and we dive into the world of stadium concerts and the complications and benefits they present to teams.

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Our Predictions for 2024 Jan 02, 2024

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On FOS Today, we’re ringing in the new year with all of our predictions for what is going to happen in 2024.

Will Disney sell ESPN? Is Las Vegas the new sports capital of the world? Will the NFL finally announce plans for an international division?

Owen Poindexter hosts a roundtable discussion with all of our writers and reporters on what’s to come in the year ahead.

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2023 Year in Review: Prime Time, Swifties, and Messi Mania Dec 29, 2023

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With Taylor Swift taking over the NFL, Prime Time in Colorado, or the ongoing saga between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, it is easy to say that a lot has happened this year. No one is more aware of that than our two newsletter co-authors, Eric Fisher and David Rumsey. As we continue our review of 2023, Fisher and Rumsey join FOS Today to share their favorite stories of the year—and with so much to talk about, make sure you check out this jam-packed episode.

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