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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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Oct 8, 2022; College Park, Maryland, USA; Maryland Terrapins athletic director Damon Evans before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Maryland AD: Power 5 conferences will likely split from NCAA in next five years

“I do believe there is going to be a change."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 21, 2023 0
August 8, 2008; Bloomfield Township, MI, USA; Paul Azinger follows through on his tee shot on the 14th hole during the second round of the PGA Championship at Oakland Hills Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Leon Halip-USA TODAY Sports

Paul Azinger reportedly refused to take pay cut to remain NBC’s lead golf analyst

“Everything they've done is to make the telecast less expensive."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 21, 2023 2
Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

Max streaming service picks up ‘The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz’ for sports tier

A daily one-hour version of the show will be available beginning on Nov. 27.

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 21, 2023 1
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NFL QB trainer criticizes CBS’s Aditi Kinkhabwala for daring to share an opinion

"Her job is not to give opinions."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 21, 2023 2
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Fox Sports is taking archaic, draconian social media takedowns to the next level

"Absolutely ridiculous and pathetic behavior from these guys. not much else I can do."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 21, 2023 1
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Dan Le Batard: Charissa Thompson making up sideline reports is a ‘fireable offense’

"You're not supposed to make stuff up. Do your job. Your job isn't to make things up."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 20, 2023 5
Pure Michigan parody

Columbus sports anchor pokes fun at Michigan sign-stealing scandal in ‘Pure Michigan’ parody

"It's a state of beauty. A state of tranquility. But above all, a state of denial."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 20, 2023 0
May 22, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter in game four of the Western Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Amazon looking to add NBA playoff games in 2025

"It is one of the biggest leagues in the world and people care about it."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 20, 2023 2
ESPN College GameDay broadcasts from the field prior to the NCAA football game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021.

Michigan fans calling for boycott of College GameDay amid sign-stealing investigation

"The best thing Michigan fans could do is just not show up."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 20, 2023 8
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Urban Meyer responds to fake quote attributed to him about Michigan

"Complete nonsense."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 17, 2023 1
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Mina Kimes defends critique of Jake Browning after Ryan Leaf takes issue

"This is hardly a savage critique."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 17, 2023 3
ESPN First Take Stephen A. Smith, Ryan Clark, Bart Scott

Ryan Clark couldn’t believe that Bart Scott said the tackle that injured Mark Andrews was dirty

"Come on, Bart."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 17, 2023 1
Becky Lynch Jeopardy

WWE’s Becky Lynch makes Jeopardy! history, and not in a good way

"Normally, I’m a genius."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 17, 2023 1
Nov 16, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Injured Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) paces the sideline in the fourth quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Greene-USA TODAY Sports

Did the Cincinnati Bengals try to hide Joe Burrow’s hand injury?

Zac Taylor said Joe Burrow didn't suffer an injury prior to Thursday's game, despite pregame footage showing the star quarterback in a brace.

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 17, 2023 0
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel

Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel calls out reporter’s attempt to get fantasy football information

"That seems strategic."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 16, 2023 2
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ESPN BET ranks No. 1 in app downloads after launch

ESPN's new gambling app is off to a strong start.

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 16, 2023 1
Pat McAfee and Bianca Belair take a selfie photo together at the ESPN College GameDay stage outside of Ayres Hall on the University of Tennessee campus in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The flagship ESPN college football pregame show returned for the tenth time to Knoxville as the No. 12 Vols hosted the No. 22 Gators.

Big 12 announces partnership with WWE for conference title game, including championship belt for the MVP

“With this partnership, we will integrate WWE and its brand power into one of the Conference’s biggest moments, further strengthening the bridge between sports and entertainment throughout the Big 12.”

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 16, 2023 0
Dec 3, 2022; Boise, Idaho, USA; Fresno State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Tedford and quarterback Jake Haener (9) hoist the Mountain West Championship trophy after the game versus the Boise State Broncos at Albertsons Stadium. Fresno State defeats Boise State 28-16. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

Two remaining Pac-12 schools reportedly moving toward merger with Mountain West

The agreement would call for a scheduling alliance for the next two seasons with an intent to merge after that.

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 16, 2023 1

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