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Drew Lerner is a staff writer for Awful Announcing and an aspiring cable subscriber. He previously covered sports media for Sports Media Watch. Future beat writer for the Oasis reunion tour.

Inter Miami forward Tadeo Allende (21) and forward Lionel Messi (10)

MLS Cup delivers strong audience for Messi’s win despite college football competition

The league says Saturday's MLS Cup drew 4.6 million viewers globally.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 12, 2025 0
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ESPN

Are there any adults left in the room at ESPN? Adam Schefter’s Sherrone Moore debacle says no

A 2022 edition of 'College GameDay' from the University of South Carolina

ESPN selling men’s and women’s college basketball ad inventory at same price

"Featuring women's games in primetime is now a revenue-neutral decision, which should continue to help exposure."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 12, 2025 0
2025 FIFA Club World Cup

FIFA reportedly ‘in talks’ with Fox to use hydration breaks for commercials during World Cup

It is unclear exactly what type of ads FIFA is looking to implement.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2025 0
Paul Biancardi

ESPN re-signs Paul Biancardi as lead high school basketball analyst

The deal will see him surpass 20 years at the Worldwide Leader.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2025 0
ESPN's new 30 For 30, 'Boo-Yah: A Portrait of Stuart Scott' will premiere following the Heisman Trophy ceremony on Dec. 10.

Final scene in Stuart Scott ’30 for 30′ courtesy of ‘perfectly preserved VHS’ from Scott’s ex-wife

"A gift as a filmmaker."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2025 0
ESPN studio host Elle Duncan

ESPN announces Elle Duncan’s final ‘SportsCenter’

The veteran SportsCenter host will appear one final time on Dec. 16.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2025 0
Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen

ESPN sets viewership record in final F1 season

The network averaged 1.3 million viewers per race in its final season.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2025 0
Oct 18, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love (4) celebrates his touchdown with teammates in the first half against the Southern California Trojans at Notre Dame Stadium.

Athletic directors reportedly ‘threatening to freeze’ Notre Dame out of future schedules

Administrators appear upset about Notre Dame's preferential treatment beginning next season.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2025 0
Mar 8, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Alex Pereira (red gloves) fights Magomed Ankalaev (blue gloves) during UFC 313 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

TKO president floats UFC on TNT, HBO if Paramount wins Warner Bros. Discovery

"I like a world in which we could potentially live on HBO."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2025 0
NFL hall of fame Troy Aikman prior to a game between the New Orleans Saints and the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Troy Aikman not thanked by UCLA QB for NIL donation due to school protocol

"It was standard practice for players not to know which donors or alumni contributed NIL funds that were distributed to the team."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 10, 2025 0
Oct 30, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; ACC referee Jeff Heaser looks at a replay during the fourth quarter of the game between the Miami Hurricanes and the Pittsburgh Panthers at Heinz Field.

Terry McAulay blasts ACC replay review as ‘a mockery’

"Any dissent is non-existent."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 10, 2025 0
View of a camera with a Fox Sports logo

Prosecutors look to drop bribery case against former Fox exec over soccer rights

Hernan Lopez allegedly facilitated bribes that led to Fox winning World Cup rights.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 10, 2025 0
Peacock microphone

NFL announces Week 17 Saturday doubleheader games on Peacock and NFL Network

Texans-Chargers at 4:30 p.m. ET on NFL Network and Ravens-Packers at 8 p.m. ET on Peacock.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 10, 2025 0
A YouTube TV logo.

YouTube TV to launch sports-focused skinny bundle

No price has been announced for the upcoming package, but it will be more affordable than the current $82.99 per month rate for the service's base plan

By Drew Lerner OnDec 10, 2025 0
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani talks with translator Ippei Mizuhara

Starz lands scripted adaptation of Shohei Ohtani translator gambling scandal

The series was initially having trouble finding buyers as MLB broadcast partners shied away.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 10, 2025 0
CBS NFL Studio analyst Nate Burleson

Nate Burleson likely out at ‘CBS Mornings’ amid overhaul

Fellow co-hosts Tony Dokoupil and Gayle King are also slated to leave the program.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
Fox NFL Sunday host Curt Menefee

Curt Menefee announces he’s leaving ‘Good Day New York’

"It's one of those things that, it's been a great time. You have been welcoming. The staff has been wonderful. It's just the back and forth."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
Oct 12, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Recording artist Taylor Swift watches play against the Los Angeles Chargers during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Taylor Swift’s ‘lower profile’ at Chiefs games reportedly keeping her off TV

The pop megastar was only shown once during the Chiefs' recent appearance on Sunday Night Football.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
LIV Golf's season-opening event in Riyadh will indeed be under the lights with each day's coverage starting at 10 a.m. ET, 6 p.m. in Riyadh. Photo Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

LIV Golf CEO: Scrutiny league gets is ‘well-deserved’

Scott O'Neil sees LIV's failure to catch on in the United States as a legitimate concern.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton

Tyrese Haliburton joining Prime Video as contributor on ‘NBA Nightcap’

The Pacers star will document his rehabilitation from an Achilles tear suffered in Game 7 of last year's NBA Finals.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
A general view Little Caesars Arena in the second half of the annual in-season NBA Cup tournament.

NBA touts massive viewership increases for NBA Cup under new TV deals

NBA Cup Group Play averaged 1.50 million viewers across ESPN, NBC, Peacock, and Prime Video.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
Tottenham Hotspur player Dominic Solanke

Netflix not interested in Premier League rights, contrary to prior report

"Netflix executives have not engaged anyone on the EPL rights."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
A general view of the FOX logo

Fox not interested in any M&A amid Warner Bros. Discovery craziness

"We want for nothing."

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2025 0
General view of video cameras for Thursday Night Football

Cowboys-Lions is most-watched ‘Thursday Night Football’ game of Prime Video era

19.39 million viewers watched the Lions' win.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 8, 2025 0

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