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ESPN

ESPN could consider huge name as Ernie Johnson’s replacement

Oct 31, 2026 @ 6:31pm
Basketball > NBA
Larry Brown Sports

ESPN appears determined to keep “Inside the NBA” on the air after Ernie Johnson’s retirement, and the network could turn to one of its own big names to take over the show. The network intends to keep “Inside the NBA” as its flagship NBA program even after Johnson departs, according to Eli Kronenberg and Michael … The post ESPN could consider huge name as Ernie Johnson’s replacement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreESPN could consider huge name as Ernie Johnson’s replacement

Andrew Marchand lays blame for Troy Aikman, Pat McAfee drama at feet of Burke Magnus

Oct 31, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Football > NFL
Awful Announcing

The vibes around ESPN have been off lately. As the company pushes all its chips into the center of the table and looks to own the Super Bowl LXI story before broadcasting the game, serious concerns linger about the state of its NFL broadcast booth and Monday Night Football. The Troy Aikman situation now hangs like an…

Read moreAndrew Marchand lays blame for Troy Aikman, Pat McAfee drama at feet of Burke Magnus

‘These People Are Insufferable,’ ‘Definition Of Unprofessional’ – Caitlin Clark Fans Outraged As ESPN’s Monica McNutt Calls Out Fever Star

Oct 31, 2026 @ 3:26pm
Basketball > WNBA > Indiana Fever
Pro Football Network

Fans are rallying behind Caitlin Clark after ESPN analyst Monica McNutt questioned on The Pivot podcast how often the Fever star has spoken up.

Read more‘These People Are Insufferable,’ ‘Definition Of Unprofessional’ – Caitlin Clark Fans Outraged As ESPN’s Monica McNutt Calls Out Fever Star

ESPN refuses to show replay of Arizona star's injury as teammates pray on field

Oct 31, 2026 @ 2:50pm
Basketball > Football > College Basketball > Arizona Wildcats > College Football
Irish Star Sport

An Arizona receiver suffered a brutal knee injury on ESPN's coverage, with the broadcaster opting against showing a replay as players from both teams looked disturbed by what they witnessed

Read moreESPN refuses to show replay of Arizona star's injury as teammates pray on field

Pat McAfee takes high road with Utah on College GameDay after week of backlash

Oct 31, 2026 @ 11:31am
Football > College Football > University of Utah
Irish Star Sport

The rollercoaster relationship between Pat McAfee and the University of Utah has taken another twist as the ESPN host made a surprise choice on College GameDay in Indiana

Read morePat McAfee takes high road with Utah on College GameDay after week of backlash

Nick Saban drops expletive hours after ex-ESPN host criticized College GameDay for cursing

Oct 31, 2026 @ 10:54am
Football > College Football
Irish Star Sport

The legendary head coach couldn't help himself while discussing teams losing games they were heavily expected to win, admitting his frustrations so far this season

Read moreNick Saban drops expletive hours after ex-ESPN host criticized College GameDay for cursing

‘He Could Probably Be in That $15M–$18M Range’ — Analyst Speculates on Financial Cost of ESPN Replacing Troy Aikman With 3-Time Pro Bowler

Oct 31, 2026 @ 9:43am
Football > NFL
Pro Football Network

Troy Aikman's ESPN future remains uncertain as Greg Olsen emerges as a potential replacement, with his projected salary drawing attention.

Read more‘He Could Probably Be in That $15M–$18M Range’ — Analyst Speculates on Financial Cost of ESPN Replacing Troy Aikman With 3-Time Pro Bowler

Linda Cohn says ESPN cut her salary by 80 percent: ‘Loyalty doesn’t pay’

Oct 31, 2026 @ 8:00am
Hockey > NHL
Awful Announcing

Linda Cohn has talked a lot about “total freedom” since retiring from ESPN this June and starting her eponymous podcast shortly thereafter. The all-time record-holding SportsCenter host is certainly speaking freely about what really happened during her 34 years at ESPN, at least from her perspective. This week, Cohn appeared on The Sage Steele Show for a lengthy conversation,…

Read moreLinda Cohn says ESPN cut her salary by 80 percent: ‘Loyalty doesn’t pay’

‘You’re Not Tom Brady,’ ‘What Are We Talking About?’ — Analyst Pushes Back on Troy Aikman Reportedly Seeking $30 Million a Year From ESPN

Oct 31, 2026 @ 6:54am
Football > NFL
Pro Football Network

Troy Aikman's reported $30 million contract demand draws criticism from an analyst who argues Tom Brady's Fox deal is no comparison.

Read more‘You’re Not Tom Brady,’ ‘What Are We Talking About?’ — Analyst Pushes Back on Troy Aikman Reportedly Seeking $30 Million a Year From ESPN

Pat McAfee schtick wearing on College GameDay viewers as trolls flood comments

Oct 31, 2026 @ 6:00am
Football > College Football
Irish Star Sport

ESPN's Pat McAfee stripped off his shirt again during College GameDay in Utah, but instead of cheers and laughter, viewers flooded the comments with brand new backlash and a plea to stop

Read morePat McAfee schtick wearing on College GameDay viewers as trolls flood comments

‘They Would’ve Gotten a Lot of Blowback’ — Analyst Explains How Bombshell Report on Troy Aikman-Joe Buck Feud Is Beneficial to ESPN

Oct 31, 2026 @ 3:58am
Football > NFL
Pro Football Network

NFL analyst delivered a blunt reality check for Troy Aikman after a new report revealed behind-the-scenes details of his rift with Joe Buck.

Read more‘They Would’ve Gotten a Lot of Blowback’ — Analyst Explains How Bombshell Report on Troy Aikman-Joe Buck Feud Is Beneficial to ESPN

‘You’re Just a Commodity,’ ‘Not Going to Be the Shiny Toy’ — Cowboys Legend Shares Reality Check as Troy Aikman’s ESPN Future Hangs in Balance

Oct 31, 2026 @ 2:54am
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys
Pro Football Network

Troy Aikman’s future with ESPN remains up in the air as his current contract is set to expire after the Super Bowl. While Joe Buck has already landed a lucrative contract extension, the lack of progress in Aikman’s negotiations has fueled speculation about his broadcasting future. It remains unclear whether Aikman would consider returning to […]

Read more‘You’re Just a Commodity,’ ‘Not Going to Be the Shiny Toy’ — Cowboys Legend Shares Reality Check as Troy Aikman’s ESPN Future Hangs in Balance

‘Staying at ESPN Too Long Turns Into Torture,’ ‘Sick Place’ — Former ‘Around the Horn Panelist’ Claims Troy Aikman Is the Latest Victim of Network Politics

Oct 31, 2026 @ 1:58am
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys
Pro Football Network

Former ESPN panelist Jay Mariotti argues Troy Aikman is the latest casualty of network politics after a report that ESPN has sided with Joe Buck.

Read more‘Staying at ESPN Too Long Turns Into Torture,’ ‘Sick Place’ — Former ‘Around the Horn Panelist’ Claims Troy Aikman Is the Latest Victim of Network Politics

‘Best in the Game,’ ‘What a Downgrade’ — NFL Fans Have Mixed Reactions As Greg Olsen Becomes Favorite To Replace Troy Aikman on ESPN’s MNF

Oct 31, 2026 @ 12:00am
Football > NFL
Pro Football Network

NFL fans are divided after a report that Fox's Greg Olsen is widely seen as the favorite to replace Troy Aikman beside Joe Buck at ESPN.

Read more‘Best in the Game,’ ‘What a Downgrade’ — NFL Fans Have Mixed Reactions As Greg Olsen Becomes Favorite To Replace Troy Aikman on ESPN’s MNF

‘We Have Pat McAfee Fatigue,’ ‘What a Joke’ — Football Fans Make Feelings Clear on ESPN Star’s Acting Debut in ‘The Mosquito Bowl’

Oct 30, 2026 @ 11:38pm
Basketball > Football > College Basketball > Iowa Hawkeyes > College Football
Pro Football Network

Netflix Sports shared a clip of Pat McAfee as a drill instructor in The Mosquito Bowl, and fans answered with fatigue, Utah jokes, and one glowing review.

Read more‘We Have Pat McAfee Fatigue,’ ‘What a Joke’ — Football Fans Make Feelings Clear on ESPN Star’s Acting Debut in ‘The Mosquito Bowl’

‘This Situation Is an Absolute Mess,’ ‘Hypocrisy to the Highest Degree’ — NFL World Reacts to ESPN’s Handling of Troy Aikman-Joe Buck Conflict

Oct 30, 2026 @ 11:28pm
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys > Green Bay Packers
Pro Football Network

NFL fans weigh in as ESPN faces scrutiny over the fractured partnership between Troy Aikman and Joe Buck.

Read more‘This Situation Is an Absolute Mess,’ ‘Hypocrisy to the Highest Degree’ — NFL World Reacts to ESPN’s Handling of Troy Aikman-Joe Buck Conflict

Troy Aikman Took 10-Word Dig at ESPN After Reuniting With ‘Old Fox Teammates’ To Honor Jimmy Johnson

Oct 30, 2026 @ 9:16pm
Football > NFL
Pro Football Network

Troy Aikman reportedly hinted that his move from Fox to ESPN had been a mistake during a surprise appearance at a Fox event.

Read moreTroy Aikman Took 10-Word Dig at ESPN After Reuniting With ‘Old Fox Teammates’ To Honor Jimmy Johnson

"How can he not bring Michael Irvin": 2x SB champ Asante Samuel questions Jerry Jones' interest in hiring Troy Aikman amid ESPN contract drama – Sportskeeda

Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys
Sportskeeda

"How can he not bring Michael Irvin": 2x SB champ Asante Samuel questions Jerry Jones' interest in hiring Troy Aikman amid ESPN contract drama  Sportskeeda

Read more"How can he not bring Michael Irvin": 2x SB champ Asante Samuel questions Jerry Jones' interest in hiring Troy Aikman amid ESPN contract drama – Sportskeeda

‘New Round of Layoffs Forthcoming’ — Insider Reveals Why ‘Cost-Cutting’ ESPN Is Not Interested in Negotiations With Troy Aikman

Oct 30, 2026 @ 6:10pm
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys
Pro Football Network

The Athletic's Andrew Marchand revealed ESPN's reluctance to negotiate commentator Troy Aikman's contract.

Read more‘New Round of Layoffs Forthcoming’ — Insider Reveals Why ‘Cost-Cutting’ ESPN Is Not Interested in Negotiations With Troy Aikman

Troy Aikman’s Nasty Shot At Joe Buck Is Going Viral [VIDEO]

Oct 30, 2026 @ 5:26pm
Football > NFL
Total Pro Sports

Aikman didn't hesitate.

Read moreTroy Aikman’s Nasty Shot At Joe Buck Is Going Viral [VIDEO]

Troy Aikman reportedly feels ‘betrayed’ by Joe Buck

Oct 30, 2026 @ 4:09pm
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys
Larry Brown Sports

New details on the strained partnership between Troy Aikman and Joe Buck suggest the pair have essentially blamed each other for the growing tension in the ESPN booth. Aikman felt that Buck’s decision to independently negotiate a new six-year contract without telling him amounted to a “betrayal,” according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic. Buck … The post Troy Aikman reportedly feels ‘betrayed’ by Joe Buck appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreTroy Aikman reportedly feels ‘betrayed’ by Joe Buck

Pat McAfee slammed by former female colleague over his 'soft' Utah reaction

Oct 30, 2026 @ 3:28pm
Football > College Football
Irish Star Sport

Michelle Beadle has criticized Pat McAfee as "one of the softest" voices in sports media after he referenced the killing of Charlie Kirk during his ESPN College GameDay visit to the University of Utah, questioning whether he could handle the challenges routinely faced by female sports broadcasters.

Read morePat McAfee slammed by former female colleague over his 'soft' Utah reaction

Troy Aikman blames Joe Buck as NSFW interaction in latest report revealed amid Cowboys legend’s uncertain ESPN future – Sportskeeda

Oct 30, 2026 @ 2:39pm
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys
Sportskeeda

Troy Aikman blames Joe Buck as NSFW interaction in latest report revealed amid Cowboys legend’s uncertain ESPN future  Sportskeeda

Read moreTroy Aikman blames Joe Buck as NSFW interaction in latest report revealed amid Cowboys legend’s uncertain ESPN future – Sportskeeda

‘Troy (Aikman) Is Coming Off Pretty Petty,’ ‘A Messy Divorce’ — NFL Fans Have Mixed Reactions to New Details on Cowboys Legend’s Rift With Joe Buck

Oct 30, 2026 @ 2:18pm
Football > NFL > Dallas Cowboys
Pro Football Network

NFL fans split over Troy Aikman’s rift with Joe Buck as new reporting details their confrontation and ESPN’s handling of the partnership.

Read more‘Troy (Aikman) Is Coming Off Pretty Petty,’ ‘A Messy Divorce’ — NFL Fans Have Mixed Reactions to New Details on Cowboys Legend’s Rift With Joe Buck
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