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Posts by Sam Neumann

Since the beginning of 2023, Sam has been a staff writer for Awful Announcing and The Comeback. A 2021 graduate of Temple University, Sam is a Charlotte native, who currently calls Greenville, South Carolina his home. He also has a love/hate relationship with the New York Mets and Jets.

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Chris Russo doesn’t plan on retiring anytime soon: ‘What am I gonna do?’

"My wife and I would drive each other crazy staring at each other."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 16, 2026 0
Apr 28, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Anaheim Ducks defensemen Ian Moore (3) waits for the play to begin against the Edmonton Oilers in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Anaheim Ducks reportedly intend to leave Victory+ streaming platform

Victory+ has fallen behind on rights payments owed to multiple partners in recent months, according to Sports Business Journal.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 15, 2026 0
Dan Patrick, Will Ferrell

Dan Patrick says Netflix tried too hard with the Home Run Derby broadcast: ‘I didn’t need Will Ferrell’

"Sometimes you can try to dress something up and you really don't need to."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 15, 2026 0

Adam Friedland says he’ll ‘definitely’ pursue more sports work after World Cup podcast success

"Yeah, I can't say anything for sure right now, but definitely."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 15, 2026 0

Brandon Walker ends ‘Unnecessary Roughness’ with Kayce Smith, launching solo college football show

"I don't become Brandon Walker without Kaycee Smith."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 15, 2026 0

Jason Garrett launches ‘Coach 2 Coach’ leadership podcast

"There's absolutely no doubt in my mind that ... you can learn from these men and women."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 15, 2026 0
Derek Rae, VAR

Derek Rae says VAR has ‘moved on too much’ from original purpose

"I still think we need it, but I think we need to pare it back."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 14, 2026 0
Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham

Harry Kane dismisses Thomas Tuchel-Jude Bellingham rift as media attempt to ‘create this division’

"Yeah, things just get sometimes made out so much more than what they really are."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 14, 2026 0
Mar 1, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Jon Gruden served as the Grand Marshal for the NTT Indycar Series at the Firestone Grand Prix on the Streets of St. Petersburg. Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images

Jon Gruden has play-by-play announcer ambitions

"I had nine years of watching these guys — [Mike] Tirico. And I'd like to give that a shot, man."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 14, 2026 0

Alex Rodriguez botches Justin Verlander’s career history in awkward interview

"Me? No, you've got the wrong notes."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 14, 2026 0
Credit: Netflix

MLB

Netflix fixed the Home Run Derby’s biggest problem and created a new one

James Brown not ready to retire from CBS’s ‘The NFL Today’

"I don't want people looking over, as the proverbial story is, to see all that talent that was unused in the grave."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 13, 2026 0
Jacob Tobey, Danny Green

Danny Green ‘really disappointed’ by Spurs’ decision to fire Jacob Tobey over affair allegation

"I thought this was a foul."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 13, 2026 0
Mike Golic Jr. and Mike Golic on 'Golic and Golic' on FanDuel Sports Network

Mike Golic Jr. says ESPN return carries more weight for his father: ‘A little more complicated’

"I'm trying to give myself a chance to last as long in this industry as he has."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 13, 2026 0
Tony romo

Tony Romo says nearly a decade away from NFL hasn’t required much adjustment: ‘The game is not rocket science’

"There's not like a bunch of new brand-new stuff coming out."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 13, 2026 0
Credit: iHeartPodcasts

ESPN

Tony Reali launching ‘Real Deal,’ a sports culture podcast with iHeartPodcasts

Ryen Russillo

Ryen Russillo pushes back on ‘drive-by’ USMNT critics: ‘I would lose my f*cking mind’

"I refuse to believe that this thing is just the same."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 12, 2026 0
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) smiles while warming up before the Buffalo Bills wild card game against the Denver Broncos at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Jan. 12, 2025.

Josh Allen open to broadcasting after football: ‘It would be something I would entertain’

Allen also said the line between player and journalist gets "murky" when former players criticize current ones the same way they were criticized during their careers.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 11, 2026 0
Stephen A. Smith, Pat McAfee

Linda Cohn: Pat McAfee, Stephen A. Smith are both the faces of ESPN

"It's apples and oranges."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 11, 2026 0
July 15, 2015; Waltham, MA, USA; JP Dellacamera was back in Waltham last week after doing play-by-play for his 13th World Cup in the women's final this year in Vancouver, BC. Mandatory Credit: Brett Crawford-USA TODAY NETWORK

JP Dellacamera says 2026 World Cup was his last

After 40 years and 18 combined World Cups, American soccer's most decorated play-by-play voice is stepping back from the sport's biggest stage.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 11, 2026 0
Dec 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Fox broadcaster Tom Brady is seen prior to the game between the Detroit Lions and the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Mike Macdonald says Tom Brady wasn’t Seahawks’ mystery ‘conflict of interest’ helper

Brady was the most logical answer given his Fox role, Raiders ownership, and pre-Super Bowl neutrality claims.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 11, 2026 0
Herculez Gomez on Get Up

Herculez Gomez blasts Christian Pulisic critics after injury revelation: ‘It’s embarrassing’

"There are many ex-colleagues, maybe fans who have watched this game, and have embarrassed themselves with certain takes."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 10, 2026 0
Brian Kelly on 'The Paul Finebaum Show'.

Paul Finebaum would rather have a colonoscopy ‘without anesthesia’ than do another weekly interview with Brian Kelly

"It's that painful."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 10, 2026 0
Josh Pate and Donald Trump

Josh Pate stands by Donald Trump interview: ‘I got really constructive feedback from the audience’

"Your critics are the only ones who have the benefit of hindsight."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 10, 2026 0

Yahoo Sports is getting into college fantasy football

Eric Froton was hired away from NBC Sports to lead the coverage.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 10, 2026 0
Credit: Saul Young/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

News

What’s next for soccer fandom in the United States?

Marcellus Wiley on the red carpet before the NFL Honors show

Marcellus Wiley sued over alleged $500K unpaid loan before July 4 arrest

The lawsuit, filed in December 2025, is the latest legal trouble for Wiley, who was arrested on domestic battery charges on July 4 and whose wife has since filed for divorce and accused him of rape.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 8, 2026 0
Jan 29, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (7) reacts to a play against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Kyle Lowry will be a regular NBA on Prime analyst following retirement

The 2019 NBA champion will transition into a regular analyst role for NBA on Prime after wrapping up his 20-year playing career.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 8, 2026 0
Tim Bontemps on ESPN's NBA Today

ESPN’s Tim Bontemps officially joins Atlanta Hawks front office

ESPN confirmed the move Wednesday, weeks after Front Office Sports first reported Bontemps was in advanced talks with Atlanta.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 8, 2026 0
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy react during the green jacket ceremony

Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy confirmed to return for second Golf Channel Games

The made-for-TV event returns to Trump National Golf Club Jupiter on Dec. 16.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 8, 2026 0

Nick Wright rips Christian Pulisic after USMNT’s Belgium loss: ‘It’s unacceptable’

"You can't have the most talented player on your team not play well for an extended stretch."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 7, 2026 0
Michael Irvin and Netflix

Michael Irvin will be on-site at Netflix’s Home Run Derby coverage

"I'm so looking forward to going out and being around and showcasing the Home Run Derby for Netflix."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 7, 2026 0
Tony Romo CBS Jim Nantz

Tony Romo, Jim Nantz confirmed as guests at Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift wedding

Ooh, I don't know about that one, Jim... turns out he did.

By Sam Neumann OnJul 7, 2026 0

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