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media-and-technology1 hour ago•9 min saved

Skydance Finalizes Post-Merger Leadership Across TV, Sports, and Finance

Following the closure of the $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, Skydance has finalized its executive leadership across television, sports, and finance. JB Perrette, co-chair of TV and direct-to-consumer (DTC) divisions, announced key appointments and departures, including the exit of seven senior leaders and the pending search for a new head of Pluto TV. Simultaneously, David Berson established the Global Sports Group leadership, and CFO Dennis Cinelli outlined a finance team tasked with achieving $6 billion in annualized cost savings. The restructuring aims to integrate legacy assets from both companies, streamline operations, and address significant debt while maintaining competitive streaming and linear TV portfolios.

via Deadline|

#corporate-integration #executive-restructuring #media-and-technology

sports1 day ago•3 min saved

Fantasy Football Week 8: Bengals and Jaguars Lead Streaming Strategy Amidst Injury Chaos

For Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season, fantasy managers are prioritizing the Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars defenses due to favorable matchups against the Tennessee Titans and Indianapolis Colts, respectively. The Bengals are highlighted for their league-leading 21 sacks and the Titans' poor offensive ranking, while the Jaguars benefit from the Colts' recent scoring struggles. Conversely, the Washington Commanders are recommended as a temporary streamer due to injuries affecting the Philadelphia Eagles, while the Dallas Cowboys are advised against despite a weak opponent. The Detroit Lions are identified as a key recruit for Week 9 against the Miami Dolphins. These recommendations reflect a focus on high-variance defensive units and specific injury impacts, such as the Eagles' missing key players, to optimize fantasy scoring across multiple weeks.

via RotoBaller|

#cincinnati-bengals #fantasy-football #jacksonville-jaguars

sports2 days ago•4 min saved

Week 8 Fantasy Football: Rookie Breakouts and Waiver Wire Priorities

Week 7 was a nightmare for fantasy managers, with star quarterbacks and running backs finishing outside the top 30. As Week 8 approaches, analysts highlight rookie wide receivers Omar Cooper Jr. and KC Concepcion as top waiver wire targets. Running back Jonah Coleman is expanding his role in Denver, while tight end Chig Okonkwo emerges as a reliable streamer. Quarterback Geno Smith offers high upside against a weak Raiders defense.

via USA Today|

#fantasy-football #nfl-week-8 #rookie-performance

sports11 days ago

Week 6 Fantasy Football: Huntley, Coleman, and Pierce Lead Injury-Driven Waiver Targets

NFL Week 6 presents a severe fantasy football challenge due to a historic wave of bye weeks and injuries, with seven top-10 scorers at their positions sitting out. Analysts recommend streaming Baltimore’s Tyler Huntley, Buffalo’s Keon Coleman, and Philadelphia’s Dameon Pierce to fill roster voids created by the absence of stars like Lamar Jackson and Jalen Hurts.

via PFF|

#fantasy-football #injury-updates #nfl-week-6

business28 days ago•18 min saved

Sarandos Defends WB Bid, Admits Netflix Engagement Slows as Paramount-WBD Merger Clears Final Hurdle

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos stated he has no regrets about the failed Warner Bros. acquisition bid, arguing the pricing was optimal for shareholder value. He acknowledged slower engagement growth but cited live programming and global revenue gains as positives. Meanwhile, the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger received final judicial approval, with Casey Bloys set to lead the combined streaming services.

via Deadline|

#business #casey-bloys #netflix

media-and-technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Netflix Defines 'Event' Strategy to Target Live Sports and Global Rights

Netflix Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria clarified the company's live sports strategy, emphasizing that it targets 'unmissable' cultural moments rather than broad league packages. Netflix is airing five NFL games in the 2026-27 season, including a historic regular-season match in Australia, and has expressed interest in bidding for the 2030 and 2034 Men's World Cup. Bajaria also indicated openness to ingesting content from other streamers, such as NBCUniversal, while maintaining a focus on long-form film and TV content.

via CNBC|

#bela-bajaria #live-sports #media-and-technology

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Week 2 Fantasy Football: 49ers, Ravens, and Jets Lead Streaming Defense Picks

Fantasy analysts identify the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, and New York Jets as top streaming defense options for Week 2, prioritizing matchups against struggling offenses like the Dolphins, Saints, and Packers. While high-owned defenses like the Rams and Chargers underperformed in Week 1, experts advise leveraging low-owned units with favorable matchups to maximize points, noting that the 49ers' return of key players and the Ravens' home advantage are critical factors.

via Fantasy Points|

#defensest #fantasy-football #nfl

sports1 month ago•10 min saved

Week 2 Fantasy Defense: 49ers and Eagles Lead as Analysts Debate Overreaction

Fantasy analysts prioritize the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles for Week 2, citing strong Week 1 performances against weak opponents. While the 49ers dominated the Rams in Australia, the Eagles face a struggling Titans offense. Key injuries, including Myles Garrett’s placement on IR, and the high-scoring nature of Week 1 (53.3 average points) create uncertainty, but experts advise focusing on underlying metrics like pressure rate and third-down conversion rather than single-game results.

via NBC Sports|

#dst-rankings #fantasy-football #injury-impact

sports1 month ago•13 min saved

Fantasy Baseball Week 25: Schlittler, Cease Lead Two-Start Rankings Amid Late-Season Streaming Decisions

As the 2026 MLB season enters its final stretch, fantasy managers are prioritizing high-volume two-start pitchers and careful daily streaming. Cam Schlittler and Dylan Cease are the top two-start options, while daily rankings from Pitcher List highlight specific matchups for September 5-7. Experts advise that while elite arms like Schlittler offer safety, streaming remains a high-risk strategy with a success rate below 50%.

via Pitcher List|

#fantasy-baseball #mlb #pitcher-rankings

sports2 months ago•13 min saved

Zack Wheeler's Command Collapse Sparks Fantasy Bench Debate

Zack Wheeler suffered his worst start of the season against the Seattle Mariners, pitching just 4.0 innings while allowing 8 earned runs, 9 hits, and 5 walks. This outing extended a severe slump, pushing his season ERA to 3.40 and raising serious concerns about his command. While his raw stuff remains elite, his ability to locate pitches has deteriorated significantly, leading analysts to question whether he should remain in fantasy lineups.

via Pitcher List|

#fantasy-baseball #mlb #pitching-analysis

streaming2 months ago•14 min saved

Netflix Weighs Hosting Rival Streamers Peacock and Fox One in Its App

Netflix executives are reportedly discussing integrating rival streaming services, specifically Peacock and Fox One, into its own application. While no deal is imminent, the move would mark a significant shift from Netflix’s traditional exclusive content model. The company has already tested this approach in France with broadcaster TF1, reporting promising results. Industry observers note that while Amazon and YouTube already bundle rival services, Netflix’s potential pivot could reshape subscription economics and data ownership dynamics in the streaming market.

via The Verge|

#fox-one #greg-peters #netflix

gaming2 months ago•14 min saved

Jackbox Games Sets Fall Release Dates for New Titles While Teasing Proprietary Streaming Service

Jackbox Games has announced release dates for its upcoming titles, with 'Trivia Murder Party 3' launching on September 17 and 'Party Pack 12' arriving on October 15. The company is also developing a proprietary streaming solution for smart TVs to expand access beyond traditional gaming consoles.

via Variety|

#casual-gaming #gaming #jackbox-games

media-and-entertainment2 months ago•9 min saved

Disney+ and Hulu Expand Video Podcast Slate with Six iHeartMedia Titles

Disney+ and Hulu have secured a licensing deal with iHeartMedia to add six video podcasts to their platforms, starting with the Jonas Brothers' 'Hey Jonas!' on August 14. The agreement expands Disney's direct-to-consumer content strategy by integrating audio-first properties into its streaming ecosystem, featuring rewatch series and original conversations.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#disney #hulu #iheartmedia

sports2 months ago•13 min saved

Fantasy Baseball: Navigating the Trade Deadline and Weekend Streamers

As the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaches, fantasy managers face a complex landscape of starting pitcher rankings and two-start opportunities. Pitcher List provides daily streaming tiers for August 1-3, highlighting auto-starts like Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Jacob deGrom, while cautioning against risky options such as Framber Valdez and Quinn Mathews. Concurrently, NBC Sports and CBS Sports identify top two-start pitchers for the week, with Cam Schlittler and Troy Melton emerging as must-start options. FantasyPros offers detailed daily rankings, emphasizing the volatility of pitchers like Shane Bieber and the potential of sleepers like Peter Lambert. The convergence of these sources underscores the importance of careful lineup decisions in the final weeks of the regular season, particularly with the uncertainty surrounding the labor dispute and the impending trade deadline.

via Pitcher List|

#fantasy-baseball #mlb-trade-deadline #sports

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Paramount Global Co-CEOs to Unveil Shareholder Strategy

Paramount Global's new co-CEOs will present their strategic vision to shareholders amid ongoing merger discussions with Skydance Media. The meeting will be the first public address by the leadership trio since former CEO Bob Bakish's departure. Paramount is also considering a rival offer from Sony Pictures and Apollo Global Management. The potential $4.75 billion all-stock deal with Skydance includes a $1.5 billion capital infusion and a $2 billion acquisition of National Amusements, which would give Skydance CEO David Ellison voting control over Paramount.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #merger #paramount-global