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Christian Bale (left) as Al Davis and Nicolas Cage as John Madden in the movie 'Madden.' (Courtesy of Amazon MGM Studios).

Nicolas Cage’s ‘Madden’ movie forgoes a wide theatrical release, heads straight to Prime Video

A movie skipping a theatrical release altogether is good, right? Right???

By Sam Neumann OnAug 7, 2026 0
"Monday Night Football" announcers Dennis Miller, left, Dan Fouts and Al Michaels joke around with power tools in the press booth of Adelphia Coliseum on Aug. 13, 2000. The anchors showed up to check out the press booth where they will be announcing the next night's game between the Tennessee Titans and the St. Louis Rams.

Howard Katz: Dennis Miller tried to stay on ‘Monday Night Football’ with Al Michaels and John Madden

"It's gotta be Madden and Michaels, and I can't do a three-man booth."

By Sean Keeley OnMay 14, 2026 0
Christian Bale (left) as Al Davis and Nicolas Cage as John Madden in the movie 'Madden.' (Courtesy of Amazon MGM Studios).

Why the John Madden movie deserves the benefit of the doubt

Nicolas Cage has always been unafraid to take risks. 'Madden' is one of his biggest.

By Michael Grant OnDec 29, 2025 0

Prime Video releases Nicolas Cage’s ‘Madden’ teaser

Cage will be joined by a star-studded cast of actors, as revealed in the trailer.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 26, 2025 0
Longtime Fox reporter Pam Oliver was inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame. The 'NFL on Fox' crew celebrated it. Photo Credit: Fox

NFL on Fox celebrates Pam Oliver’s Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame induction

"I still can't believe it. My feet have not touched the ground."

By Matt Clapp OnDec 21, 2025 0
Dec 4, 1983; E. Rutherford, NJ, USA; FILE PHOTO; Broadcast team of Pat Summerall (left) and John Madden (right) at the St. Louis Cardinals at New York Giants game at Giants Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Herb Weitman-USA TODAY Sports

New book reveals origins of John Madden, Pat Summerall pairing

Author Rich Podolsky tells the inside story of the greatest pro football broadcasting duo of all time - John Madden and Pat Summerall.

By Michael Grant OnSep 5, 2025 0
Nic Cage is set to play the late, great John Madden in a new biopic.

Studio shares photo of Nicolas Cage’s John Madden, Christian Bale’s Al Davis

How accurate are the likenesses?

By Michael Dixon OnMay 14, 2025 0
John Madden, Al Michaels, and Pat Summerall. Edit via Liam McGuire.

NFL

Which announcers have called the most Super Bowl games?

John Madden in 2006.

NFL reporter suggests ‘John Madden Award’ to honor offensive linemen

"Suggestion: The John Madden NFL Offensive Lineman of the Year Award."

By Arthur Weinstein OnJan 24, 2025 0
The original Madden Cruiser at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2023.

Fox airing Bill Belichick-Madden Cruiser road trip special before Super Bowl

"An epic journey celebrating the vibrant Louisiana culture while also honoring John Madden’s legacy."

By Arthur Weinstein OnDec 20, 2024 0
An Associated Press photo of John Madden as a coach.

Christian Bale will portray Al Davis in upcoming John Madden film

Bale will join Nicolas Cage on the star-studded cast.

By Reice Shipley OnDec 15, 2024 0
The original Madden Cruiser at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2023.

John Madden’s son Mike reveals where in the world his famous cruisers are now

Two Madden Cruisers are out there to be discovered.

By Brendon Kleen OnNov 29, 2024 0
Tom Brady eats turducken

Tom Brady roasted for ‘Turducken-gate’ during Cowboys-Giants game

"He definitely threw that leg into the trash when the camera went back to the field."

By Arthur Weinstein OnNov 29, 2024 0
Jason Garrett saved the turkey leg John Madden gave him for his 1994 performance. On Thursday, he revealed how long he saved it. Photo Credit: NBC/Fox

Jason Garrett revealed how long he kept turkey leg John Madden gave him in 1994

"I probably had it for 15 years. Then we finally moved."

By Michael Dixon OnNov 28, 2024 0
Credit: NBC Sports

NFL

Peacock will debut Madden-themed altcast for Texans-Chiefs Week 16 game

The original Madden Cruiser at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2023.

Original Madden Cruiser road trip to be featured in NBC Dolphins-Packers opening: ‘This is a game he would love to broadcast’

"We just go out with pride to do the best job we can in honor of John."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnNov 28, 2024 0
John Madden's post-broadcasting career was characterized by calling his dear friend Andy Reid in the middle of games.

John Madden used to call Andy Reid in the middle of games

"I’d say, 'You can’t do that.' He’d say, 'Well, he doesn’t have to answer."

By Sam Neumann OnSep 17, 2024 1
When ESPN took over "Monday Night Football" from ESPN, former exec Mark Shapiro nearly nabbed Troy Aikman to replace John Madden on the call. Photo Credit: John David Mercer-US PRESSWIRE Copyright © 2006 John David Mercer

Former ESPN exec Mark Shapiro reveals pursuit of Troy Aikman to replace John Madden for ‘Monday Night Football’

"What went wrong is, I couldn't close the deal with Aikman."

By Brendon Kleen OnAug 29, 2024 0
Nic Cage is set to play the late, great John Madden in a new biopic.

Nicolas Cage cast as John Madden in Amazon MGM’s ‘Madden’

“Nicolas Cage is one of our greatest and most original actors."

By Arthur Weinstein OnAug 16, 2024 2
courtesy Andrea Kremer.

Amazon

Andrea Kremer talks historic NFL broadcasts with Hannah Storm: ‘I’m really proud that we were the first.’

Howie Long Tom Brady John Madden

Howie Long believes Tom Brady could be next John Madden

"Tom's insight into situational football, into moments that he's had during his career, challenges, things that you're facing on the field in real time, he can reference. And I'm mesmerized by him."

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 26, 2024 3
Ronnie Lott John Madden Player Safety

NFL great Ronnie Lott credits John Madden for player safety advances

The Pro Football Hall of Famer revealed that Madden was once the architect of a safety committee in the National Football League.

By Chris Novak OnMay 18, 2024 0
Jan 27, 2009; Tampa, FL, USA; NBC broadcaster and former NFL coach John Madden during the NBC press conference at the Tampa Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

NFL Network’s Steve Mariucci offers touching tribute to John Madden ahead of Thanksgiving Day games

"There was nobody like John Madden, and we are proud to honor his memory and legacy on his favorite day of the year."

By Reice Shipley OnNov 23, 2023 0
A moment of silence is held for John Madden

NFL to honor John Madden on Thanksgiving with jersey patches, turducken coins

“There's no place that I would rather be today on Thanksgiving than right here, right now, at a football game."

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 14, 2023 0
John Madden and Al Michaels on NBC

Al Michaels recalls meeting John Madden for the first time

“One of the things we talked about was John, he didn’t know how much longer he wanted to coach, because he hated flying for starters."

By Sam Neumann OnSep 7, 2023 0
John Madden

Being John Madden might be Will Ferrell’s biggest challenge

If Will Ferrell does star in this movie, the comedic actor should be applauded for taking a risk

By Michael Grant OnJun 5, 2023 2
The original Madden Cruiser at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2023.

John Madden’s ‘Madden Cruiser’ has made its way back to the Pro Football Hall of Fame

The famous vehicle remains unchanged.

By Sam Neumann OnJun 2, 2023 2
An Associated Press photo of John Madden as a coach.

Will Ferrell reportedly in talks to play John Madden in upcoming biopic

"Madden tells the story of one of the larger-than-life personalities to grace an NFL sideline."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 27, 2023 4
Charles Barkley on Spittin' Chiclets

Charles Barkley claims John Madden wanted to sue Frank Caliendo over the comedian’s impression

'This ***hole, have you seen the impersonation he does? I hate it and I’m thinking about filing a lawsuit.'

By Brandon Contes OnMay 18, 2023 4
An Associated Press photo of John Madden as a coach.

Jim Nantz opened up about his relationship with John Madden

"I wish I had more time with him."

By Jay Rigdon OnMay 14, 2023 10
A moment of silence is held for John Madden

WWE really wanted John Madden to do commentary at WrestleMania

John Madden's love for football is pretty well-documented. His love for professional wrestling is less known.

By Sean Keeley OnMar 27, 2023 3
An Associated Press photo of John Madden as a coach.

John Madden docuseries “All Madden” in works from Tom Brady, Religion of Sports, and more

"I’m honored to collaborate with Virginia and Mike Madden, along with my co-founder at Religion of Sports, Gotham Chopra, 199 Productions, and the rest of the creative team, in telling the iconic story of a family man who revolutionized not only the game but the culture of football."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnFeb 15, 2023 0
Robert Griffin III Caleb Williams

Robert Griffin III says younger fans appreciate his pizzazz: ‘That’s why people loved John Madden’

"The older generation of viewers, they like the quote unquote boring style of analysis, the boring style of calling a game. Not really entertaining"

By Brandon Contes OnDec 1, 2022 7

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