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Building Our Mt. Rushmore Of Unpopular Sports Broadcasters
27 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Alexi Lalas is getting hit from every angle during the World Cup, but he's not the only unpopular sports commentator on TV. We look at Kirk Herbstreit...
Breaking Down Netflix's Podcast Spending Spree To Take On YouTube
26 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Netflix is using podcasts from Barstool, The Ringer, and iHeartMedia to chisel away at YouTube's dominance for online video consumption. Early returns...
What Does America Actually Want World Cup Coverage To Look Like? (w/ Brodie Brazil)
22 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The FIFA World Cup coverage is in full swing and Americans once again are split on the commentators and coverage from Fox Sports, which begs the quest...
Unpacking UFC Freedom 250: Patriotism, Conspiracy & Controversy
15 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
UFC Freedom 250 saw great fights amid a flood of propaganda and a circus of conspiracy and controversy. Did it work?But first, our latest edition of ...
Will NBA Finals Create New Fans? Plus Stakes Of the World Cup w/ Anthony Dabbundo of The Ringer
14 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NBA Finals viewership is surging and the league has momentum once again, could a new generation of fans come out of this year's series?Plus, the FIFA ...
World Cup Superlatives: Breakout Analyst, Top Storyline for Casuals, Who Will Take Rights From Fox?
12 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday and the USMNT follows on Friday, so it's time to hand out awards and preview the tournament.We predict the Break...
Did ESPN Finally Fix Its NBA Finals Coverage? Plus Clay Travis Leaves Outkick
10 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
ESPN's NBA Finals coverage is miles better than last year, but having Wemby and the Knicks certainly doesn't hurt.We break down the series so far from...
The Atlantic Says Sports Talk Will Save the Dems: Here's the Truth
05 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do Democrats need to give hot takes or go on sports talk radio to relate to the average voter? A new column in The Atlantic says yes.We break down why...
Reaction: Pat McAfee In Talks To Stay With ESPN Long-Term
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pat McAfee is reportedly in talks to extend his original deal at ESPN for multiple years, a sign that one of the most game-changing contracts in the h...
Dan Le Batard & Stugotz Are On a Collision Course As Final Talks Loom
01 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Le Batard and Jon "Stugotz" Weiner appear to be on the last gasp of their attempt to rekindle a relationship that dates back more than 20 years.We...
WNBA Coverage Is Full Of Conspiracies. Can We Fix It? (w/ Seerat Sohi)
31 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone talking about the WNBA has a hard time keeping track of where conspiracies start and reality ends, whether with Caitlin Clark or anyone else.Se...
Nick Wright & Stephen A. Smith Clash Over Media Integrity, Bill Belichick Comeback Tour Begins
27 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Wright landed a resounding blow on Stephen A. Smith over Smith's handling of the Jaylen Brown saga, comparing Smith to a "mob boss" and saying he...
Charlotte Wilder & Madeline Hill Talk Sports Gossip, Aaron Rodgers, Taylor Swift and Their Show!
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Charlotte Wilder and Madeline Hill of The Sports Gossip Show join to discuss the rise of sports gossip content and their show, plus they dish on Aaron...
Pablo Torre Exposes Oz the Mentalist as 'Con Man,' Is Wemby the Face of the NBA Now?
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pablo Torre posted an exposé on Oz the Mentalist, breaking down the pre-show meetings and technological tricks he uses to fool his subjects and the a...
The NFL Is Decimating the Beloved Sunday Slate
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL keeps creating new national windows to make more money, shrinking the beloved Sunday slate little by little each year. We break down the data....
College Sports Postseason Expansion Has Officially Gone Too Far
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NCAA basketball tournament and College Football Playoff are both set to expand significantly in 2027, even though nobody seems to want it.As media...
NFL Schedule Release Chaos: YouTube Loses, Fox Holds On, Trump's $1000 Claim
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL schedule is almost here, and media companies like Fox, YouTube, Netflix and more are battling behind the scenes to get the best slate and stay...
Predicting the Next Great Sportscasters: Who Replaces Kirk Herbstreit, Charles Barkley & Beyond?
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From Kirk Herbstreit to Charles Barkley to Al Michaels and beyond, many of the great sports broadcasters are nearing the end of the road as the media ...
Did Draymond Green Just Ruin His Media Career?
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Draymond Green locked horns with Charles Barkley and Austin Rivers this week, reminding NBA fans of why he isn't the surefire media star he was once a...
Skip Bayless Back on First Take... What Does It Mean For ESPN? | The Play-By-Play LIVE
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Skip Bayless is reuniting with Stephen A. Smith on First Take this week. We break down what it means for the show and the precedent it could set at ES...
Brendan Sorsby Scandal Trips Sports Media & the End of Sports TV Ratings?
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is on leave to get treatment for gambling addiction. How should sports media talk about gambling as the issues around it ...
Mike Vrabel Steps Aside (Sorta) & Sean McVay's Delicate QB Dance
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL Draft was full of head coach subplots this year with Mike Vrabel (sort of) atoning for his relationship with Dianna Russini while Sean McVay d...
Goodell's Speedy NFL Draft, WNBA Pushes Fever As America's Team & More
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Roger Goodell has cut the length of the first round of the NFL Draft in half since taking over as commissioner. Plus, the WNBA is airing every single ...
Pat McAfee Back At WWE For Good? Plus NBC's Uneven NBA Playoff Debut
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pat McAfee was the surprise star of WrestleMania this weekend. What does his return to WWE mean for his career?Plus, our Review of the Week looks at t...
WNBA Media Clashes Over Azzi Fudd-Paige Bueckers Coverage (w/ Ashtyn Butuso)
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers are teammates again with the Dallas Wings, and WNBA media is up in arms over whether and how to cover their relationship,...
Russini Suspended & Vrabel Skips Presser, Plus Media Misses on Reuben Bain
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The New York Times is investigating Dianna Russini over photos showing her spending private time with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, while Vrabel is skip...
ESPN vs. Hurts, Orlovsky-Simpson drama, and Russini-Vrabel fallout w/ Brandon Perna
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
ESPN has again been at the center of multiple NFL offseason controversies, ranging from Jalen Hurts to Ty Simpson. And now, The Athletic's senior NFL ...
A Dianna Russini bombshell, plus which sports championships need new network partners?
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Awful Announcing readers voted that the College Football Playoff, FIFA men's World Cup and NBA Finals need new broadcast homes.We discuss what readers...
Media turns on Geno Auriemma, Bilas vs. Cal, and Jason Kelce in the booth?
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Geno Auriemma came out as the loser of his scuffle with Dawn Staley at the Final Four, while Jay Bilas continued his crusade against the NCAA. Plus, i...
Jaden Ivey is not the symbol the media is making him out to be
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jaden Ivey was cut by the Chicago Bulls after multiple religiously loaded rants on Instagram Live and reported issues behind the scenes dating back to...
Barstool, CBS, and golf media’s Tiger Woods reckoning, plus NFL-Netflix talks heat up
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tiger Woods is taking a step back for treatment after being arrested for a DUI in Florida over the weekend, but golf media is still hesitant to treat ...
Reviewing Netflix & NBC’s MLB broadcasts: Bonds, Kershaw, ‘Inside the Pitch’ & more
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
MLB had a strong opening week on the field and on TV with big debuts on Netflix and NBC as well as the introduction of the ABS challenge system.We dis...
Annie Costabile opens up on breaking the WNBA CBA news & the future of the league
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The WNBA and its players agreed on a landmark six-year Collective Bargaining Agreement last week after months of difficult talks.Annie Costabile of Fr...
Nate Burleson, Old Ball, Oz the Mentalist & All the March Madness TV Changes
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nate Burleson, Bruce Pearl and Renee Montgomery made big first impressions on CBS and TNT March Madness coverage, while new gimmicks featuring Oz the ...
Sports hosts CLASH over if radio is still relevant
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Old sports radio hosts at WFAN, WIP and beyond are on a crusade to prove the medium is dying. Are they right?Brandon Contes at Awful Announcing joins ...
Bruce Pearl has CBB fans FUMING as Jay Wright's replacement on CBS
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bruce Pearl has made a very loud debut on CBS coverage of the NCAA tournament before the games have even begun. Is Pearl a bad fit, or exactly what th...
World Baseball Classic is EXACTLY what baseball needed
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The World Baseball Classic has taken over the sports world in March, from the Mark DeRosa controversy to several massive highlight moments featuring M...
Bam Backlash, KD Fatigue, WBC Hype & MORE w/ Joon Lee
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NBA media loses its mind about Bam Adebayo, everyone forgot about the Kevin Durant burner story from All-Star, the World Baseball Classic is on fire, ...
Why sports media hypes college hoops over the NBA
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From Jay Williams to Barstool, sports media always tries to hype CBB over the NBA. On TV, fans can watch more college games than ever, and the NCAA to...
Does ESPN REGRET Stephen A. Smith's $100 million deal?
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen A. Smith is the most highly paid star at ESPN, making $20 million per year to host "First Take."But as he teases political aspirations and con...
YouTubers and streamers are TAKING OVER sports media
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
YouTubers and streamers like Jesser, iShowSpeed, Druski and Kai Cenat are suddenly everywhere for sports fans.Emmanuel Morgan of the New York Times jo...
Will Fox and CBS LOSE the NFL soon?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL wants to redo its TV deals with Fox and CBS early. If the traditional networks can't afford to re-up, streamers like Netflix, Amazon and YouTu...
NFL reporters say Scouting Combine may END
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL Scouting Combine is a better TV product these days than it is an intel opportunity for teams. Is the end in sight?Plus: Our Review of the Week...
Prediction markets are changing sports FOREVER
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have changed how tons of fans consume sports, and how sports are covered by the media.Download The Play-...
Tony Dungy OUT as NBC revamps 'Sunday Night Football'
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Dungy is reportedly out at NBC's "Sunday Night Football," while Rodney Harrison, Jac Collinsworth and perhaps even more talent could soon follow....
US men's hockey joins SOTU, ESPN launches Women's Sports Sundays
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The U.S. men's hockey team joined the State of the Union address after winning gold at the Olympics. Plus, a closer look at ESPN launching Women's Spo...
Josh Pate gets PLAYED with Donald Trump interview
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
CFB analyst Josh Pate interviewed Donald Trump last weekend, and the critics turned out to be right that Pate was in over his head dealing with the ad...
How sports media stars paved the way for the sports betting EXPLOSION
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sports media stars like Bill Simmons and Pat McAfee seized on the legalization of sports betting to create an explosion across America.Danny Funt, aut...
Winter Olympics ROCKED by Ilia Malinin nightmare
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ilia Malinin aka the "Quad God" was supposed to be the biggest story of the Winter Olympics for Team USA. Instead, his failure took the world by storm...
NBA All-Star game FIXED? Plus MLB makes a HUGE change
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA All-Star game got rave reviews with the Team USA vs. World format. Plus, is there more to this MLB K-zone story than meets the eye?Download Th...
Le Batard Show's Mike Ryan ATTACKS Boomer Esiason over 'MAGA bullsh*t'
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Le Batard Show producer Mike Ryan delivered one of our bigger political sports media beefs of Trump 2.0 by demanding that Boomer Esiason own up to his...
Super Bowl ratings review & the ESPN-MLB mousetrap
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What to make of the Super Bowl ratings. Plus: Why is watching baseball becoming the most confusing thing in the world?Download The Play-By-Play:Listen...
Bad Bunny vs. TPUSA, a Mike Tirico DEBATE
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Could the TPUSA All-American Halftime Show actually compete with the NFL going forward? And did Mike Tirico deliver in his first-ever Super Bowl for N...
Will Disney's new CEO spin off ESPN?
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Will Disney's new CEO, Josh D'Amora, spin off ESPN? At least one prominent industry analyst thinks so. Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner discuss on the late...
What the ESPN-NFL deal means for TALENT
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does the ESPN-NFL deal mean for talent at both networks? Plus: the RSN reckoning is here (again).Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on AppleListen ...
Here's what EVERYONE will be talking about at Super Bowl LX
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Super Bowl LX is here, with everyone focused on Sam Darnold, Bad Bunny, Mike Tirico and the return of the New England Patriots.First Take and Stephen ...
Bill Belichick's HOF SNUB & Barstool UNBANNED from Super Bowl
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Belichick is snubbed from the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Barstool Sports has been unbanned from the Super Bowl.Download The Play-By-Play:Liste...
First Take missing basic FACTS, Tom Brady HYPES future Raiders coach on Fox
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
First Take and Stephen A. Smith keep dropping the ball on big sports stories. Meanwhile, the Tom Brady conflicts between Fox and the Raiders are back....
Stugotz HURT by Dan Le Batard as Fox show debuts
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon "Stugotz" Weiner says he was "deeply hurt" by Dan Le Batard during acrimonious exit. Plus: discussing the media's about-face on Curt Cignetti.Down...
Is it time to retire NFL rules analysts?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to retire NFL rules analysts? Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner discuss on the latest episode of The Play-By-Play.Download The Play-By-Play:Liste...
Rich Paul podcast CONTROVERSY and ESPN going ALL IN on college football
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On a live episode of The Play-By-Play, Ben Axelrod and Brendon Kleen discuss the LeBron James controversy surrounding Rich Paul's podcast, as well as ...
College football fans TIRED of Pat McAfee, is Mike Tomlin LEAVING for TV?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
College football fans told The Athletic they are tiring of Pat McAfee on "College GameDay." Meanwhile, all of NFL media is abuzz that Mike Tomlin is l...
Liam Coen's BIZARRE press conference + Tony Romo's future
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Was the journalist complimenting Liam Coen at his press conference justified? What does Tony Romo's future look like at CBS? We discuss!Download The P...
Which NFL playoff teams are the most attractive to the media?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Which NFL playoff teams are the most attractive to the media? Awful Announcing's Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner discuss on the latest episode of The Play...
NFL broadcasters are working for TEAMS now?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Three high-profile NFL broadcasters are positioned to take jobs directly with teams. We discuss what is quickly becoming a new normal in the NFL.Downl...
Joel Klatt RIPS ESPN control over College Football Playoff
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fox announcer Joel Klatt ripped ESPN for being the only broadcaster for the College Football Playoff. Does Klatt have a point that it is bad for the s...
2026 Sports Media Predictions
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Play-By-Play crew makes their predictions for the 2026 year in sports media.Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on AppleListen on SpotifyAwful Announ...
Pat McAfee HINTS at END of GameDay kick contest; media OUT on JJ Redick!?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pat McAfee is fuming after he got criticized over the potential end of his College GameDay kicking contest. Plus, Los Angeles Lakers fans and NBA medi...
CFB media BIAS rankings | Stugotz to FOX!?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Play-By-Play crew reviews the inaugural College Football Media Bias Rankings as voted on by Awful Announcing's readers! Plus: A discussion about S...
2025 College Football Announcers Draft
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the latest episode of The Play-By-Play, Ben Axelrod, Brendon Kleen and Sam Neumann draft college football announcers for the 2025 season.Download T...
Pardon My Take moves to NETFLIX | The 2025 Awfulies
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Awful Announcing's Drew Lerner and Ben Axelrod talk Pardon My Take's big move to Netflix. Then they award the 2025 Awfulies!Download The Play-By-Play:...
John Cena leaves in CHAOS; NFL in TROUBLE after Mahomes injury?
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The John Cena era is over in the WWE, while Patrick Mahomes' knee injury puts the Chiefs dynasty at risk in the NFL.Brendon Kleen and Ben Axelrod disc...
What is going on with Sherrone Moore? And ESPN finds its Elle Duncan replacement
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On a live episode of The Play-By-Play, Awful Announcing's Ben Axelrod, Brendon Kleen and Drew Lerner break down the media's coverage of Sherrone Moore...
Notre Dame vs. EVERYBODY, Paramount Takeover of Warner Bros. STILL ALIVE
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Notre Dame missed out on the College Football Playoff and went out with a whimper. Meanwhile, Paramount Skydance is making a last-ditch effort to buy ...
The latest on Warner Bros. Discovery's potential sale
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the latest episode of The Play-By-Play, Awful Announcing's Drew Lerner and Ben Axelrod discuss the latest drama surrounding the potential sale of W...
NFL earns RECORD Thanksgiving ratings, Finebaum makes Senate decision
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Awful Announcing's Drew Lerner and Brendon Kleen talk the NFL's record Thanksgiving ratings, Paul Finebaum's decision not to run for Senate, and Max K...
ESPN goes ALL OUT for Lane Kiffin; is Tom Brady GOOD now?
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lane Kiffin is headed to LSU, and ESPN did its best to defend him all weekend on air. Meanwhile, Tom Brady had a great Thanksgiving and is getting way...
Jordon Hudson SUING Pablo Torre?! Elle Duncan's BIG MOVE to Netflix
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
UNC football first lady Jordon Hudson may be suing Pablo Torre, while Netflix is going big on sports by hiring ESPN host Elle Duncan.Download The Play...
Who are the MOST IRRELEVANT sports franchises?
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who are the most irrelevant franchises in professional sports? Awful Announcing's Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner break it down on the latest episode of T...
Media rights BONANZA: Breaking down new MLB and MLS deals
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Awful Announcing's Drew Lerner and Brendon Kleen break down the new media rights deals hitting MLB and MLS.Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on AppleLi...
Who won YouTube TV vs. ESPN? Sports media reacts to Shedeur Sanders' debut
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who won the negotiations between YouTube TV and Disney/ESPN? Plus what is the sports media saying about Shedeur Sanders' debut for the Cleveland Brown...
2025 NFL Announcers Draft
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Awful Announcing's Ben Axelrod, Brendon Kleen, and Drew Lerner host their second annual NFL Announcers Draft.Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on Apple...
Pat McAfee DEFENDS Trump interview plus BIG NEWS on Disney-YouTube TV rift
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pat McAfee defends his interview with President Donald Trump on Veterans Day. Plus, updates on the Disney-YouTube TV dispute.Download The Play-By-Play...
Fox Sports welcomes Donald Trump with open arms during NFL broadcast
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump joined the "NFL on Fox" broadcast of Commanders-Lions on Sunday alongside Kenny Albert and Jonathan Vilma.Brendon Kleen and Drew Lerner d...
INSTANT REACTION: ESPN Bet is coming to an end
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On a live episode of The Play- By-Play, Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner discuss the end of the ESPN Bet sportsbook.Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on App...
What the HECK is going on between YouTube TV and Disney?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The carriage dispute between Disney and YouTube TV is STILL going on. When will it end?Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on AppleListen on SpotifyAwful...
Dodgers win CLASSIC World Series, MLB ratings EXPLODE
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Los Angeles Dodgers are back to back MLB World Series champions, and the ratings were off the charts for a classic Game 7.Plus, Blake Griffin had ...
Who is the MOST influential podcast personality in sports?
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On a live episode of The Play-By-Play, Ben Axelrod and Brendon Kleen discuss Awful Announcing's new Podcast Power List and debate who belongs on the M...
Is Scott Van Pelt replacing Around the Horn?!
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Van Pelt is reportedly in contention to fill ESPN's 5 p.m. window and replace Around the Horn.Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on AppleListen on...
Lamar Jackson injury CONSPIRACY? Debating Big 12 DISRESPECT
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lamar Jackson was the latest NFL example coming off FBI arrests related to sports gambling last week, while ESPN and TNT went back and forth on Big 12...
Sports betting scandal ROCKS the NBA, Inside the NBA draws RAVE reviews
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's next for the NBA after its new sports betting scandal? And how did Inside the NBA perform during its ESPN debut? Awful Announcing's Ben Axelrod...
NBC's return to NBA broke the internet!
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
NBC's highly anticipated return to NBA coverage went over extraordinarily well. We'll talk the network's studio team, its announcers, and more.Downloa...
BIG changes coming in NBA media this season
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA season tips off this week, as NBC and Amazon will enter the chat as broadcast partners.Brendon Kleen and Ben Axelrod preview what to watch for...
Shae Cornette is Molly Qerim's replacement on ESPN's First Take
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shae Cornette has officially been named Molly Qerim's replacement as the new host of 'First Take.' Awful Announcing's Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner reac...
ABC is DOMINATING college football ratings
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We take a mid-season look at how college football ratings are shaking out with Awful Announcing owner Ben Koo!Download The Play-By-Play:Listen on Appl...
Ryen Russillo OUT at The Ringer, Bill Simmons gets BIG deal with Netflix
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen Russillo is officially leaving The Ringer right as Bill Simmons and his company strike a big video deal with Netflix. Plus, the latest on Netflix...
Explaining Nielsen's Big Data + Panel TV ratings system
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the latest episode of The Play-By-Play, Awful Announcing's Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner dissect the impact of Nielsen's new Big Data + Panel TV rati...
Bill Belichick UNC "documentary" canceled?! | NFL to get rid of Pro Bowl?
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Bill Belichick UNC football documentary set to air on Hulu has been CANCELED. And the NFL may not hold the Pro Bowl this year?Download The Play-By...
Paul Finebaum taken OFF ESPN? Mark Sanchez ARRESTED
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Finebaum appears to be sidelined by ESPN after announcing he would likely run for U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, Fox's Mark Sanchez has been arrested an...
ESPN's Shedeur Sanders coverage and who will replace Molly Qerim?
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why is Shedeur Sanders still attracting so much coverage and who is the current frontrunner to replace Molly Qerim? Ben Axelrod and Drew Lerner discus...