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The Athletic News

Dan Woike on The Dan Patrick Show in 2024.

Dan Woike to replace Jovan Buha as Lakers beat writer at The Athletic

The Athletic taps Dan Woike to replace Jovan Buha on the Lakers beat.

By Sam Neumann OnJun 21, 2025 0
Los Angeles Lakers reporter Jovan Buha of The Athletic

Lakers beat reporter Jovan Buha announces departure from The Athletic

"It's hard to put into words how much this place has meant to me."

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 20, 2025 0
Anthony Slater on "The Ryen Russillo Podcast" in May 2025.

ESPN adds Golden State Warriors writer Anthony Slater from The Athletic

The move leaves The Athletic's once-strong Warriors reporting team very thin.

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 13, 2025 0
Pat McAfee responds to Andrew Marchand again

Pat McAfee addresses The Athletic’s report on ESPN status, calls out ‘rat’ reporter and ‘dinosaur’ execs

"At what point are we just going to f*cking just leave us the f*ck alone, almost?"

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 12, 2025 0
Emails obtained by The Athletic show UNC fans are concerned about Bill Belichick’s relationship with Jordon Hudson and his role with the program.

New report reveals fan backlash UNC has faced amid Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson saga

An email obtained by The Athletic shows UNC fans are concerned about Bill Belichick’s relationship with Jordon Hudson and her role with the program.

By Sam Neumann OnJun 9, 2025 0
Tyrese Haliburton

Sportswriters share experiences writing about crazy NBA Finals Game 1: ‘Rip it up!’

"You cannot write before the game ends."

By Drew Lerner OnJun 8, 2025 0
Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle before Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Rick Carlisle rebuffs ‘sad’ leaks to The Athletic about potential Doris Burke demotion at ESPN

"It was just so sad to see the reports leaked, really unnecessarily, before such a celebrated event."

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 5, 2025 0
Lindsay Schnell

The Athletic’s Lindsay Schnell wins 2025 Billie Jean King Award

"Not gonna lie, this is really f***ing cool."

By Sean Keeley OnJun 4, 2025 0
Josh Pate

CBS Sports’ Josh Pate, The Athletic’s Stewart Mandel squabble over CFP expansion

"While honored to be called a moron on Josh’s show..."

By Sean Keeley OnMay 27, 2025 0
A logo for the College Football Playoff First Round

Stewart Mandel unloads on ‘cockamamie’ CFP proposal from Big Ten

"Nearly everyone The Athletic has spoken to about this subject over the past few months says this entire cockamamie scheme is the brainchild of Tony Petitti."

By Drew Lerner OnMay 26, 2025 0
The Athletic Logo

The Athletic turns ‘modest profit’ as ad revenue grows

Approximately 22% of The Athletic's revenue during Q1 was earned on the back of advertising.

By Drew Lerner OnMay 7, 2025 0
Apr 23, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) reacts in the third quarter of game two of the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena.

Tyler Herro takes aim at ‘goofy’ reporter from The Athletic

Herro fired back at what he called "goofy" coverage.

By Sam Neumann OnApr 30, 2025 0
The Athletic Logo

How The Athletic is shifting its coverage of women’s soccer and women’s sports in general

“That's how you tell a story that reaches more people, if you're hearing from more people.”

By Andrew Bucholtz OnApr 30, 2025 0
Pablo Maurer on Club Eleven

The Athletic parts ways with longtime soccer writer Pablo Maurer ahead of 2026 World Cup

"My writing isn’t for everyone, and apparently they didn’t want it anymore."

By Sam Neumann OnApr 30, 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

Bill Belichick’s girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, ‘instrumental’ in stopping UNC ‘Hard Knocks,’ per report

Filming was set to begin on March 1 before the project was terminated two days later.

By Ben Axelrod OnApr 30, 2025 0
George Kittle and Dianna Russini

Dianna Russini stands by her reporting after George Kittle’s public denial: ‘The truth is the truth’

"I've consistently proven that my information is right."

By Sam Neumann OnApr 24, 2025 0
Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

George Kittle refutes Dianna Russini’s reporting: ‘Your source is incorrect’

George Kittle publicly denied a report from Dianna Russini claiming his absence from 49ers offseason activities is contract-related.

By Sam Neumann OnApr 23, 2025 0
The Athletic NBA graphic

The Athletic strikes highlight rights deal with NBA and WNBA

The Athletic will promote live game viewership of both leagues through its website, app and content.

By Brendon Kleen OnApr 23, 2025 0

Wisconsin beat writer announces departure from The Athletic as outlet cuts coverage for another Big Ten program

"I was offered a different opportunity at the company and declined."

By Sam Neumann OnApr 18, 2025 0
Nov 17, 2012; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions helmet sits on the field prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Penn State beat writer announces departure from The Athletic; says outlet no longer wants to cover team full-time

"Proud of the work I did and the stories I told. Thank you to so many who subscribed."

By Ben Axelrod OnApr 7, 2025 0
Dianna Russini reveals that what truly separates insiders from other reporters is the nerve to break tough stories.

Dianna Russini explains how ‘nerve’ sets insiders apart from other reporters

"You have to have the nerve to sit in some stuff."

By Sam Neumann OnMar 8, 2025 0
Dianna Russini, who didn't know her MVP vote would be public, faced backlash after choosing Lamar Jackson over Josh Allen.

Dianna Russini didn’t know MVP votes would be made public: ‘It stunk’

"I wish I knew that because — it would not have changed my vote — but I love Josh Allen, and I am avoiding him for a really long time."

By Sam Neumann OnMar 3, 2025 0
Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team USA goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) talks with the referee during the first period against Team Canada during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game at TD Garden.

Sean McDonough on navigating politics at 4 Nations Face-Off: ‘I felt like I had to say something’

"There needed to be some acknowledgment."

By Sam Neumann OnFeb 25, 2025 0
The Athletic has launched a new daily game, "Connections: Sports Edition."

Why The Athletic launched Connections: Sports Edition daily game

"When you solve the game, maybe you go deeper into the website and read a couple stories."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnFeb 17, 2025 0
Jan 27, 2025; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer and owner Jerry Jones speak to the media at a press conference at the Star.

Dianna Russini: ‘Really weird’ Jerry Jones press conference should be studied

The Athletic's NFL insider described Jones' bizarre press conference introducing Brian Schottenheimer as a masterclass in awkwardness.

By Sam Neumann OnJan 28, 2025 0

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