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ESPN debuted a feature on its scorebug showing which announcer was speaking during an NFL Network UFL broadcast. Credit: NFL Network; ESPN

ESPN scorebug includes neat feature on NFL Network UFL broadcast

The ESPN scorebug on an NFL Network UFL telecast displayed which announcer was speaking throughout the game.

By Matt Clapp OnApr 17, 2026 0
Feb 10, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; NFL Network Good Morning Football hosts Peter Schrager (left) and Kyle Brandt at the Super Bowl LIX host committee handoff press conference.

Peter Schrager endorses ESPN’s NFL Network takeover

"It's a great life raft for the NFL Network."

By Sam Neumann OnApr 15, 2026 0
ESPN Unlimited and NFL Network

NFL Network expected to be on ESPN Unlimited by start of 2026 season

"Expects" isn't as good as "definitely will be," but it's something.

By Sean Keeley OnApr 12, 2026 0
Ian Rapoport (left) and Lance Zierlein (NFL.com)

NFL Network’s Lance Zierlein compares 2026 Draft to ‘grilled, skinless chicken with light seasoning’

"There's not a lot of flash and sizzle, but it will sustain many teams."

By Michael Grant OnApr 10, 2026 0
ESPN and NFL logos.

ESPN ‘could’ program NFL Network with digital shows similar to ESPN2, per report

ESPN could begin to put digital shows into the NFL Network schedule, and may also re-air NFL Live on the channel.

By Drew Lerner OnApr 6, 2026 0
Ian Rapoport on the NFL Network

ESPN ‘interested’ in keeping NFL insider Ian Rapoport after NFL Network takeover

A vote of confidence in Rapoport's ability to collaborate and meld with Adam Schefter.

By Brendon Kleen OnApr 2, 2026 0
Dan Orlovsky, Louis Riddick, and Chris Fowler on ESPN on Jan. 4, 2025.

ESPN expected to overhaul No. 2 NFL booth, per report

Jason Kelce and Kurt Warner have emerged as analyst candidates, according to The Athletic's Andrew Marchand.

By Sam Neumann OnApr 2, 2026 0
A microphone with the NFL Network logo

ESPN informs staffers how NFL Network leadership will be incorporated into company

20-year NFL Network veteran Charlie Yook will continue to lead production for the network in Los Angeles.

By Drew Lerner OnApr 1, 2026 0
Roger Goodell appears at his annual Super Bowl press conference

Roger Goodell addresses NFL Network employees ahead of ESPN takeover

"It is no surprise that the fruits of your labor would be attractive to an industry leader like ESPN as they look to serve the insatiable appetites of NFL fans."

By Sam Neumann OnMar 31, 2026 0
The 2026 NFL Draft logo at the Super Bowl LX Experience

NFL Network draft coverage to continue under ESPN ownership

ESPN will now have four separate NFL Draft telecasts on its platforms.

By Drew Lerner OnMar 23, 2026 0
A microphone with the NFL Network logo

NFL Network will air UFL games for the first time

At least two UFL games have been reassigned to NFL Network following scheduling changes to the Houston Gamblers' home slate.

By Sam Neumann OnMar 17, 2026 0
Jamie Erdahl

Jamie Erdahl addresses absence from NFL Network’s ‘Good Morning Football’

"I want to thank my leaders at the NFL for allowing me this time at home."

By Sean Keeley OnMar 11, 2026 0
Tom Pelissero delivers an impassioned report for NFL Network. Credit: NFL Network

Tom Pelissero: NFL GM calls out Ravens’ ‘bullsh*t’ for backing out of Maxx Crosby trade

"This is very much bullsh*t on Baltimore's part."

By Matt Clapp OnMar 10, 2026 0
The NFL Network crew reacts to the Baltimore Ravens backing out of the Maxx Crosby trade with the Las Vegas Raiders. Credit: NFL Network

Sports media world reacts to Ravens backing out of Maxx Crosby trade with Raiders

The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of a blockbuster trade with the Las Vegas Raiders for star DE Maxx Crosby.

By Matt Clapp OnMar 10, 2026 0
NFL field with NFL Media and ESPN logos

ESPN

We all know what’s coming with ESPN-NFL Network merger

A microphone with the NFL Network logo

Report: No immediate layoffs expected at NFL Network after ESPN takeover

NFLN employees will become ESPN employees on April 1.

By Brendon Kleen OnMar 6, 2026 0
NFL Network's Stacey Dales reports from the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Credit: NFL Network

Stacey Dales praised for NFL Scouting Combine reporting

"Incredible insight, unique storytelling on each of these prospects, and gets great sound from interviews."

By Matt Clapp OnMar 1, 2026 0
Feb 6, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; Chris Berman on the Schein on Sports show on the SiriusXM NFL radio set at the Super Bowl LX media center at the Moscone Center.

Chris Berman on NFL owning 10% of ESPN: ‘I’d be shocked if it was any dictation of that way’

"Hard to believe."

By Sam Neumann OnFeb 28, 2026 0
Ian Rapoport

Ian Rapoport looks back on Manscaped ad suspension: ‘The whole thing was miserable’

"It was like my world was collapsing. I went to therapy. I cried. It was terrible."

By Sean Keeley OnFeb 20, 2026 0
Ian Rapoport on the NFL Network

Ian Rapoport says future uncertain amid ESPN-NFL Network merger

Rapoport's contract expires in May.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 19, 2026 0
A microphone with the NFL Network logo

ESPN will not ‘upsell’ NFL Network as part of new deal, chairman says

"NFL Network will be included in the ESPN app and will be included as a part of the ESPN Unlimited tier."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 18, 2026 0
NFL Network's Stacey Dales was able to get Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak to admit he's taking the Las Vegas Raiders head coaching position after Super Bowl LX. Credit: NFL Network

Stacey Dales got Klint Kubiak to admit he was taking Raiders job after Super Bowl

"Hell yeah I'm going."

By Matt Clapp OnFeb 9, 2026 0

‘NFL GameDay Morning’ bids farewell from NFL Network amid ESPN merger

"There's a reason why NFL Network was as valued as it was."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 8, 2026 0
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass

Sen. Elizabeth Warren slams NFL-ESPN deal: ‘Bad news for anyone who watches the NFL’

"It's a big mistake that will mean higher costs, and fewer choices to watch games."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 3, 2026 0
ESPN is again pushing to acquire NFL Media, including "RedZone" and eight NFL Network games, in a deal that could be worth up to $2 billion.

Disney discloses ESPN can buy back NFL’s stake in network in 2034

Conversely, the NFL will have an opportunity to increase its stake at the same time.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 2, 2026 0

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