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NBC

Peter King is retiring from writing his weekly NFL column after 27 years

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Fox

Dale Earnhardt Jr. calls out NASCAR on Fox broadcast for camera work

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Gambling

SNL viewers, sports bettors love ‘Rock Bottom Kings’ sketch

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Golf

Luke Donald is next in line for an NBC golf tryout

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College Football

Jac Collinsworth reportedly being replaced as Notre Dame play-by-play announcer

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Jan 19, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; A Notre Dame Fighting Irish helmet at College Football Playoff National Championship press conference at The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Savannah Ballroom. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Notre Dame will play NC State, not Boise State, exclusively on Peacock

The announcement comes shortly after the streaming service announced an NFL exclusive on December 27.

By Drew Lerner OnMay 12, 2025 0
Sep 6, 2024; Sao Paulo, Brazil; Peacock sideline reporter Kaylee Hartung (center) interviews Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) and running back Saquon Barkley (26) after the 2024 NFL Sao Paolo Game at Neo Quimica Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Peacock announces exclusive Week 17 NFL primetime game

This will mark the fourth NFL game exclusive to Peacock.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnMay 12, 2025 0
Edit by Liam McGuire

NBA

NBC announces Michael Jordan will contribute to NBA coverage

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
General view of NBC Sports microphones

Ad exec outlines challenges for NBC’s marquee events next winter

How will the network leverage the Super Bowl, Winter Olympics, and NBA All-Star game from an ad sales perspective?

By Drew Lerner OnMay 12, 2025 0
NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico during the US Olympic Team Trials at Hayward Field.

Mike Tirico calls out ESPN anchors’ ‘wasted’ time discussing fandom

"I don't like watching SportsCenter or other shows on ESPN where the anchors are talking about who they're fans of."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 11, 2025 0
Joe Mantegna from SNL's famed "Bill Swerski's Superfans" sketches, said a movie was going to be made before Chris Farley passed away. Photo Credit: Saturday Night Live on YouTube/NBC.

Joe Mantegna says ‘Bill Swerski’s Superfans’ movie was in works when Chris Farley died

"Da Bears" almost made the big screen.

By Michael Dixon OnMay 10, 2025 0
Stephen A. Smith Law & Order

Stephen A. Smith met untimely demise in incredible ‘Law & Order’ cameo

After his amazing Law & Order cameo, has Stephen A. Smith missed his true calling as an actor this whole time?

By Matt Yoder OnMay 9, 2025 0
USGA flags are shown during the first round of the U.S. Women's Open

USGA reportedly struggling to find new media rights partner

"Right now, the market looks like the 17th at Sawgrass."

By Drew Lerner OnMay 9, 2025 0
Credit: Versant

Comcast

What is Versant? A detailed explainer for sports fans

Comcast announces spinoff to be named Versant

NBC to sell spinoff Versant’s ads for two years

It's unclear if the partnership will extend beyond then.

By Drew Lerner OnMay 7, 2025 0
Comcast announces spinoff to be named Versant

Comcast spinoff ‘Versant’ unlikely to acquire other cable assets

The new entity will launch by the end of 2025.

By Drew Lerner OnMay 6, 2025 0
The NBA will return to NBC's airwaves in 2025.

NBA on NBC will use AI to bring back original promo voice Jim Fagan

The NBA on NBC is continuing to lean heavily into nostalgia by using an AI version of promo voice Jim Fagan, who passed away in 2017.

By Matt Yoder OnMay 6, 2025 0
Credit: NBC

Horse Racing

Ahmed Fareed talks stepping in for ‘machine’ Mike Tirico at Kentucky Derby: ‘I never really think…that it’s going to happen’

Mike Tirico discusses nut allergy on the Today show

Mike Tirico details nut allergy sidelining him from NBC’s Kentucky Derby

"Ask, inquire, be curious and be courteous to those who have nut allergies or other food allergies."

By Brandon Contes OnMay 5, 2025 0
The field for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby makes it past the grandstands for the first time

Kentucky Derby viewership hits 36-year high

NBC's broadcast of the race averaged 17.7 million viewers.

By Drew Lerner OnMay 4, 2025 0
Carmelo Anthony talks about his upcoming role as a studio analyst on the NBA on NBC team. Photo Credit: NBC

NBA on NBC’s Carmelo Anthony looking forward to discussing ‘the game within the game’

"The game within the game, I think, needs to be talked about."

By Michael Dixon OnMay 4, 2025 0
Stephen Miller and Donald Trump on SNL.

‘SNL’ mocks Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson relationship with Donald Trump executive order

"We're going to make girlfriends young again, OK? Old men can now date far younger women."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 4, 2025 0
NBA on NBC ad announces the return of John Tesh's "Roundball Rock." Photo Credit: NBC

NBC officially announces ‘Roundball Rock’ will return with NBA coverage

"It's a thrill to announce that Roundball Rock is coming home."

By Michael Dixon OnMay 3, 2025 0
Mike Tirico on NBC's coverage of the 151st Kentucky Derby

Mike Tirico abruptly steps away from NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage after ‘significant’ allergic reaction

"Mike, as you may have heard, is a little under the weather right now."

By Reice Shipley OnMay 3, 2025 0
Mystic Dan, far, ridden by Brian Hernandez Jr

NBC looks to leverage Kentucky Derby for other key properties

"We continue to be that home for live, the aura of nowness."

By Drew Lerner OnMay 2, 2025 0
Michael Jordan player intro

NBC wants to bring excitement of Michael Jordan player intro back to NBA

If you are of a certain age and fondly remember the NBA on NBC and the Michael Jordan...

By Matt Yoder OnMay 1, 2025 0
Bob Baffert returned to Churchill Downs

Mike Tirico to interview Bob Baffert during NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage

However, the network plans to show restraint in how much it covers the controversial trainer.

By Drew Lerner OnApr 30, 2025 0
Victor Wembanyama in the 2025 NBA All-Star game

Adam Silver confirms NBC pushing for America vs. World format for 2026 NBA All-Star Game

"It presents an enormous opportunity for us to do something with an international competition instead of the traditional All-Star formats that we’ve used."

By Brendon Kleen OnApr 29, 2025 0
According to the Los Angeles Times, Steve Kornacki is leaving MSNBC for NBC Sports.

Steve Kornacki: choosing NBC’s ‘RemainCo’ over ‘SpinCo’ an easy decision

"Everything I kind of imagined we could do here, we're doing."

By Drew Lerner OnApr 27, 2025 0

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