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Russini pauses NFL reporting during ongoing review over Vrabel photos
media14 hours ago

Russini pauses NFL reporting during ongoing review over Vrabel photos

Dianna Russini will not report while The Athletic reviews her NFL coverage after photos with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel were published; an initial review suggested the images lacked context, but new details have prompted a broader review. Russini says the photos were taken out of context, while Vrabel denies any impropriety; The New York Post published the photos, and The Athletic and The New York Times declined to comment; the investigation is ongoing.

via NBC News|
#dianna-russini#investigation#media
Athletic Probes Dianna Russini After Vrabel Photo Controversy
sports1 day ago

Athletic Probes Dianna Russini After Vrabel Photo Controversy

The Athletic is pressing for proof after New York Post photos surfaced showing Dianna Russini with NFL coach Mike Vrabel at a resort; both insist the encounter was platonic and public with others present. The Athletic defended Russini while questioning the photos’ context; no public evidence has been offered, and Russini’s contract runs through August.

via Front Office Sports|
#dianna-russini#mike-vrabel#nfl
Hendrickson Leads Fresh 2026 NFL Free-Agent Top 150 as Market Expands
sports1 month ago

Hendrickson Leads Fresh 2026 NFL Free-Agent Top 150 as Market Expands

The Athletic has updated its top-150 NFL free-agent rankings for 2026 as free agency opens, noting movement since February (including franchise tagging of Breece Hall and Kyle Pitts and re-signings for Risner and Williams) and a larger pool with players such as Kyler Murray and Kirk Cousins still potentially available. The list, which can be filtered by position and team, will be updated with reported deals; Trey Hendrickson leads the board and Malik Willis is highlighted among quarterbacks.

via The New York Times|
#contract-projections#malik-willis#nfl-free-agency-2026
Brugler Unveils Updated 2026 NFL Draft Top 100 Led by Reese and Mendoza
sports2 months ago

Brugler Unveils Updated 2026 NFL Draft Top 100 Led by Reese and Mendoza

Dane Brugler of The Athletic releases an updated top‑100 ranking for the 2026 NFL Draft, built on 2025 game tape and recent all‑star performances, with Arvell Reese of Ohio State at No. 1 and Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza near the top; the piece notes expected ranking fluctuations ahead of the draft as teams gather more information from medicals, interviews, and testing.

via The New York Times|
#college-football#nfl-draft#prospects
NFL players divided on Bad Bunny’s morality for Super Bowl show
sports2 months ago

NFL players divided on Bad Bunny’s morality for Super Bowl show

An anonymous The Athletic poll found 58.6% of players support Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl halftime performer and 41.4% oppose. The piece notes criticism centering on Bad Bunny’s character, argues that evaluating “character and morality” for a halftime show is impractical, and highlights the NFL’s aim to broaden international/Latino audiences, with Bad Bunny chosen for star power despite concerns. It also references Grammys prominence and counter-programming notions like TPUSA’s All-American halftime show.

via Awful Announcing|
#bad-bunny#morality#nfl
"Bears Make Bold Move for Dynamic Receiver in Latest Mock Draft"
sports2 years ago

"Bears Make Bold Move for Dynamic Receiver in Latest Mock Draft"

The Chicago Bears are projected to select quarterback Caleb Williams with the first overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft. In a mock scenario, they also trade up to the sixth overall pick to secure LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers, making a dynamic quarterback-wide receiver pairing. This move signifies the Bears' commitment to bolstering their roster with top talent for the new era in Chicago.

via Chicago Bears Wire|
#caleb-williams#chicago-bears#malik-nabers
"Grading the Atlanta Braves' Offseason: From 'C' to Top Marks"
sports2 years ago

"Grading the Atlanta Braves' Offseason: From 'C' to Top Marks"

The Athletic has given the Atlanta Braves a "C" grade for their offseason moves, citing the team's trading activity and acquisitions with potential injury risks. While the Braves pursued big names like Aaron Nola, their closest move to a splash was acquiring Chris Sale, who brings significant injury risk. The team also focused on rebuilding the bullpen, adding left-handed depth and hard throwers. The grade reflects skepticism about the impact of the Braves' offseason moves on the 2024 season, especially compared to the Phillies, who received a "B" grade for essentially retaining their same club.

via Battery Power|
#atlanta-braves#grades#mlb
New York Times Sees Surge in Digital Subscribers Despite Revenue Challenges
business-media2 years ago

New York Times Sees Surge in Digital Subscribers Despite Revenue Challenges

The New York Times Company added 300,000 paid digital subscribers in the fourth quarter of 2023, pushing annual revenue for digital subscriptions above $1 billion for the first time. The company reported total revenue of $676.2 million, with a focus on expanding its bundle of products to subscribers. While advertising revenue decreased, the company's digital subscriber base continues to grow, with a goal of reaching 15 million subscribers by the end of 2027.

via The New York Times|
#advertising#business-media#digital-subscribers
New York Times Sports Desk Closure Sparks Reporter Rally
media2 years ago

New York Times Sports Desk Closure Sparks Reporter Rally

The New York Times is officially closing its standalone sports section, with coverage being shifted to The Athletic. The move has sparked outrage from the NewsGuild, accusing Times leadership of union-busting. Times sports staffers are planning a protest march and rally against the decision. Despite the closure, the Times will continue to cover sports. The Times paid $550 million for The Athletic last year and has been integrating it into the newsroom, leading to concerns about editorial standards and the site's business model. Former Times sports staffers have already found new roles at The Athletic, while others have been reassigned within the newsroom.

via The Washington Post|
#media#new-york-times#protest
The New York Times Sports Department: A Casualty of Changing Times
media2 years ago

The New York Times Sports Department: A Casualty of Changing Times

The New York Times has announced the disbanding of its sports department and will now rely on The Athletic, a sports news outlet it purchased in January 2022 for $550 million. This comes after The Athletic's co-founder, Alex Mather, had previously boasted about waiting out and bleeding local newspapers until they were the last ones standing. The move has caused shock and disappointment, as the Times had a long-standing sports section that contributed to its reputation as the newspaper of record. Times management claims that sports staffers will be reassigned within the newsroom, but the future of comprehensive sports coverage and relationships with professional teams remains uncertain.

via The Boston Globe|
#layoffs#media#new-york-times
The Changing Landscape of Sports Coverage: New York Times and LA Times Lead the Way
media2 years ago

The Changing Landscape of Sports Coverage: New York Times and LA Times Lead the Way

The New York Times has disbanded its sports department, reassigning journalists to a new unit within the business section that focuses on money and power in sports. The paper will now rely on sports coverage from The Athletic, which it acquired last year. The move comes after internal dissension and pressure to make something of The Athletic, which has posted significant operating losses. In a similar move, the Los Angeles Times is eliminating traditional sports coverage elements such as game stories and box scores.

via Front Office Sports|
#la-times#media#new-york-times