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sports3 days ago•9 min saved

Kickoff as a premium asset: overhaul Week 1 to boost college football revenue

An opinion piece argues that college football should treat the season start as a premium asset, pushing for bigger early‑season out‑of‑conference games and exclusive scheduling windows—emulating the NFL—to lift TV rights fees and broaden audiences. With only a handful of top‑25 matchups in the first five weeks, the author advocates partnerships (e.g., SEC‑Big Ten) and smarter scheduling to enhance early momentum, noting August/early‑September games draw strong ratings and that the CFP race may rely on stronger early narratives. It dismisses heat or campus attendance as primary barriers and calls for centralized, strategic scheduling to maximize revenue across the entire season.

via Awful Announcing|

#college-football #scheduling #sports

sports6 days ago•6 min saved

Week 0 explained: why it exists and why it ends in 2027

Week 0 is an informal pre-season window created by three mechanisms—foreign competition, the Hawaii exception, or waivers—that allows eight FBS games like UNC vs. TCU in Dublin. The arrangement boosts TV windows and exposure for ESPN, but Brazil’s planned NC State–Virginia game was moved, and both teams used waivers. Beginning in 2027, all FBS teams will participate in a single 14-week regular season, with the opening date moved to Thursday, effectively ending Week 0 as a separate concept and turning it into the traditional opening weekend.

via The New York Times|

#college-football #international-games #scheduling

business14 days ago•7 min saved

Lakers’ TV future hangs in balance as Spectrum eyes exit amid Kushner–Iger bid

Spectrum’s potential exit from the Lakers’ regional sports network and the Dodgers’ SportsNet LA, part of Charter’s Cox takeover, threatens the Lakers’ roughly $200 million-a-year local revenue as Kushner and Iger prepare to buy the team. With cord-cutting shrinking cable audiences and the NBA weighing a centralized streaming hub, local rights economics could shift, adding uncertainty to the Lakers’ sale while owner Mark Walter faces a federal probe.

via Los Angeles Times|

#business #lakers #regional-sports-networks

business29 days ago•4 min saved

Fox Keeps NFL Rights Stable Through 2029, Eyes 2030 Outlook

Fox will stand pat on its NFL rights deal through 2029, not paying more for the next four seasons and only signaling interest in talks for 2030 onward; the NFL’s current packages with Fox, NBC, Amazon and YouTube could end after 2029, with ESPN/ABC potentially exiting after 2030 and CBS under terms through 2029, while Lachlan Murdoch says the relationship is positive and there is a clear path forward. If other networks also stand pat, the next rights cycle could get complex, but a new, high-value slate of deals is expected for all parties.

via NBC Sports|

#2029-contract #business #fox

business3 months ago•2 min saved

Netflix extends NFL rights through 2029-30, aligning streaming with broadcasters

Netflix and the NFL have extended their broadcast rights through the 2029-30 season, placing Netflix on the same four-year term as other partners and shielding its Christmas games; Netflix is set to show five games in 2026, including Week 1’s 49ers–Rams in Australia and a first-ever Thanksgiving Eve game, with the inclusion of the remaining Netflix games for 2026 still unclear and terms described as non-binding and potentially changeable.

via NBC Sports|

#business #deal-extension #netflix

sports4 months ago•6 min saved

March Madness 76-Team Expansion Sparks Backlash Ahead of 2027

The NCAA is moving to expand both the men’s and women’s NCAA basketball tournaments to 76 teams, with formalization expected soon and the new formats set to begin in 2027. The plan has drawn near-universal opposition from fans, media, and most coaches, who argue the event should stay as-is and question the payoff of added revenue. Critics warn the early rounds would feature Power Conference teams with mediocre records, devalue basketball units, and dull the tournament’s build-up and drama, all without a guaranteed financial gain under existing TV-rights deals. In short, the change is portrayed as money-driven rather than improving access or competition, risking a less compelling March Madness for little proven benefit.

via SB Nation|

#college-basketball #expansion #march-madness

sports7 months ago•1 min saved

Braves TV Situation Unclear as MLB Media Adds Six Teams for 2026

The Braves haven’t landed a TV partner yet as six other MLB teams (Brewers, Marlins, Rays, Royals, Cardinals, Reds) move to MLB Media for the 2026 season; the Cardinals’ move is notable. Tigers and Angels are also not switching, and long‑term rights deals aren’t expected until 2029, so Atlanta’s 2026 broadcast plan remains undetermined.

via Battery Power|

#baseball #braves #mlb-media

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

ESPN and NBC Near Major MLB Broadcast Rights Deals

ESPN is close to securing exclusive TV and streaming rights for the Minnesota Twins and four other teams from 2026 to 2028, which could lead to increased costs for fans due to the need for multiple subscriptions, including ESPN's direct-to-consumer service and MLB.TV.

via Sports Illustrated|

#espn #minnesota-twins #mlb

business1 year ago•2 min saved

ESPN's $1.6 Billion WWE Deal Signals Streaming Shift in Sports Entertainment

WWE's $1.6 billion TV rights deal with ESPN has garnered attention on Wall Street, though it hasn't boosted TKO Group's stock, which declined slightly. The deal, which is slightly below expectations in value, includes WWE programming and aims to enhance ESPN's streaming content, with analysts seeing positive implications for future negotiations and streaming growth.

via Deadline|

#ari-emanuel #business #espn

sports-business1 year ago•3 min saved

NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery Settle TV Rights Dispute, Move 'Inside the NBA' to ESPN and ABC

The NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) have resolved their legal dispute over basketball TV rights with a new agreement. While WBD's TNT and TBS will lose the rights to broadcast NBA games in the 2025-2026 season, they have secured an 11-year deal to feature NBA highlights and extended content. This content may appear on TBS, TNT, and WBD's digital platforms like House of Highlights and Bleacher Report. The settlement, expected to be finalized by Thanksgiving, also grants WBD NBA rights in Latin America, excluding Brazil and Mexico, and parts of Europe.

via Deadline|

#broadcasting #legal-settlement #nba

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

Charles Barkley Weighs Future as 'Inside the NBA' Faces Uncertainty

Charles Barkley, a prominent NBA analyst on TNT's "Inside the NBA," has expressed concerns about the uncertainty surrounding the network's future broadcasting rights. With TNT potentially losing its NBA deal to competitors like Disney/ESPN, NBC, and Amazon, Barkley could become a sought-after media free agent. However, he has made it clear that he is not interested in taking on extensive commitments if he joins another network, particularly ESPN. Negotiations for the NBA's new media rights deal are ongoing, with no final decisions yet.

via Fox News|

#charles-barkley #espn #nba

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"NBA Media Deals in Flux: Talks with Disney, Amazon, NBC Continue"

NBA commissioner Adam Silver discussed ongoing negotiations for the league's next TV rights deal, with major networks like ABC/ESPN, Amazon, Turner Sports, and NBC Sports in the mix. Despite uncertainty, Silver assured that "Inside the NBA" personalities like Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith will continue covering the NBA. Reports suggest Disney will secure the top package, followed by Comcast/NBC and Amazon.

via USA TODAY|

#adam-silver #broadcast-deals #inside-the-nba

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Adam Silver Addresses Uncertainty Over NBA Media Deals and 'Inside the NBA'"

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has indicated that the future of TNT's "Inside the NBA" team, featuring Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O'Neal, is still undecided amid ongoing negotiations for the league's television rights. Despite concerns, Silver reassured fans that the beloved analysts would continue covering the NBA in some capacity. Charles Barkley expressed frustration over the uncertainty but mentioned potential plans to continue the show through his production company.

via New York Post |

#adam-silver #charles-barkley #inside-the-nba

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"NBA's Future with TNT Uncertain Amid Ongoing Negotiations"

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has stated that negotiations with TNT for broadcasting rights are still ongoing, despite reports suggesting otherwise. While TNT has long held the rights to NBA games, other potential partners like NBC, Disney, and Amazon have shown interest. The future of the popular show "Inside the NBA" remains uncertain, but Silver expects the show's team to stay together regardless of the outcome.

via TMZ|

#adam-silver #inside-the-nba #nba

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Charles Barkley Slams TNT Execs Amid NBA Rights Shakeup

Charles Barkley expressed his frustration over the potential loss of NBA broadcasting rights by TNT, criticizing Warner Bros. Discovery executives for their handling of the situation. Barkley, along with his colleagues from Inside the NBA, faces uncertainty about their future as the NBA is reportedly finalizing new TV deals with NBC, Amazon, and Disney. Barkley has considered continuing the show through his own production company if TNT loses the rights.

via The Philadelphia Inquirer|

#charles-barkley #nba #sports