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Posts by Ben Axelrod

Ben Axelrod is a veteran of the sports media landscape, having most recently worked for NBC's Cleveland affiliate, WKYC. Prior to his time in Cleveland, he covered Ohio State football and the Big Ten for outlets including Cox Media Group, Bleacher Report, Scout and Rivals.

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Pat McAfee and Rich Eisen

ESPN

Pat McAfee questions if ESPN is sending him a message with Rich Eisen’s return

On ESPN's 'Get Up,' Mike Greenberg slammed tanking before suggesting that the NFL implements a draft lottery.

Mike Greenberg slams tanking, calls for NFL draft lottery

"It should never benefit a team to lose any game that is being played at any point on the schedule in any sport."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 13, 2025 0
Sabu GCW

GCW denies responsibility for death of Sabu after alarming details in Yahoo story

"It's upsetting and discouraging to see people so eager to cast judgment without knowledge of the facts."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 13, 2025 0
Bill Simmons in disbelief

Bill Simmons kept promise to be ‘morally outraged’ after Mavericks win NBA Draft lottery

"Oh get the f*ck out of here. Come on."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 12, 2025 0
Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Urban Meyer looks on during the second half the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Urban Meyer says he threatened to leave Ohio State over Bible study dispute

"We're doing this. And if not, you gotta let me go."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 12, 2025 0
Dec 14, 2024; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head football coach Bill Belichick during half time at Dean E. Smith Center.

Pablo Torre: ‘An absolutely real chance’ Bill Belichick never coaches a game at North Carolina

"Is this something that's sustainable? Is that fireable?"

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 12, 2025 0
Feb 7, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Pat McAfee on the Pat McAfee Show set on Radio Row at the Super Bowl LIX media center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Pat McAfee teases he’s up to something in cryptic post

"Trying to figure it all aht as I go.."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 12, 2025 0
Dallas Cowboys Dak Prescott is almost sacked by Philadelphia Eagles Josh Sweat but throws the ball out of bounds Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

NFL fans won’t have to wait a single game to see the Dallas Cowboys in primetime in 2025

Surprise, surprise.

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 12, 2025 0
Pat McAfee took an absolute beating at the hands of Gunther at the 'WWE Backlash' Premium Live event on Saturday.

Pat McAfee took an absolute beating at ‘WWE Backlash’

Pat McAfee's passion for pro wrestling was on full display on Saturday night.

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 10, 2025 0
Screen grab: Pablo Torre Finds Out

College Football

The 5 wildest details from Pablo Torre’s Jordon Hudson deep dive

Aug 16, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Detailed view of Los Angeles Dodgers hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at SunTrust Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Jeff Passan explains why MLB is likely rooting against the Dodgers

"It's only going to potentially make those calls for a salary cap that much louder."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 9, 2025 0
Dan Le Batard questioned the objectivity of CBS' Tony Dokoupil in his viral interview with North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick.

Pablo Torre theorizes why Jordon Hudson didn’t want Bill Belichick to share how they met

While the relationship between Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson had already been receiving plenty of attention, it took...

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 9, 2025 0
Dec 12, 2024; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Jordon Hudson the girlfriend of Bill Belichick in attendance at Loudermilk Center for Excellence. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

North Carolina denies banning Bill Belichick’s girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, from facility

"While Jordon Hudson is not an employee at the University or Carolina Athletics, she is welcome to the Carolina Football facilities."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 9, 2025 0
Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bill Belichick’s girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, reportedly banned from UNC facility

"There is deep worry for how detrimental Jordon can be for not just North Carolina but Bill's legacy..."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 9, 2025 0
According to Puck's Matthew Belloni, Buzz Bissinger wants to reclaim the rights to 'Friday Night Lights' from Universal.

Buzz Bissinger attempting to reclaim ‘Friday Night Lights’ rights amid reboot

Peacock had previously announced plans for a 'Friday Night Lights' reboot in December.

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 8, 2025 0
Apr 20, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Tigers center fielder JaCoby Jones (21) does an interview after the game with Trevor Thompson after hitting a walk off solo home run to beat the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Longtime reporter Trevor Thompson let go by FanDuel Sports Network Detroit

The news comes one day after longtime broadcaster Mickey York announced his own departure from the RSN.

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 8, 2025 0
May 5, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) on the court against the New York Knicks in the third quarter during game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Fire alarm prevents Jayson Tatum from addressing media after Celtics loss

Talk about metaphors.

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 8, 2025 0
Appearing on ESPN's 'Stephanie's Places,' Pat McAfee discussed the impact pro wrestling has had on his career.

Pat McAfee: Pro wrestling ‘created me’

"Stone Cold Steve Austin was a massive piece of like my mindset towards life."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 8, 2025 0
May 4, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland, middle, watches from the bench during the first half against the Indiana Pacers in game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Stephen A. Smith challenges Darius Garland to play through toe injury

"Limp your ass out there no matter which way you got to do it."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 7, 2025 0
Syndication: USA TODAY

ESPN

Monster Caitlin Clark ratings bode well for ESPN’s life after MLB

Jul 26, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren talks to the media during Big 10 football media days at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports

Ex-Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren received $5.75 million bonus for TV rights deal

The bonus was awarded for Warren's "accomplishments over his full tenure as commissioner, including his contributions to the new TV rights deal."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 7, 2025 0
Screen grab: FS1

Fox

Joy Taylor’s contract with Fox Sports reportedly expires this summer

Dave Portnoy, Barstool Sansom Street, and Mo Khan.

Dave Portnoy rips ‘coward’ student involved in ‘f**k the Jews’ sign controversy

"This is what the face of hatred is. This is what the face of being a coward is."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 7, 2025 0
The Play-By-Play

Podcasts

The Play-By-Play: massive Caitlin Clark ratings, Meadowlark Media news, Amazon’s NBA hires

Sep 24, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Sue Bird reacts as she takes a photo before the game between the United States and South Africa at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Jon Durr-USA TODAY Sports

Sue Bird launches WNBA Podcast with Vox Media

"It’s definitely going to be rooted in the game."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 6, 2025 0

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