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10/14/26 - Live From FOS’s Tuned In: Chris Berman on NFL’s 18-Game Push, Pablo Torre Says He’s Investigating LeBron’s Chopper, and More Oct 14, 2026 897 ESPN’s Chris Berman believes Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest slowed the NFL’s 18-game push Court unseals Korn Ferry memo on Brian Flores, first reported by FOS WNBA moves Finals dates so the Dream can play at State Farm Arena Mike Tirico defends NBC’s Michael Jordan interview as “completely worth it” and discusses why fans should care about the 2028 L.A. Olympics Pablo Torre says NBA own

10/13/26 - Quinn On Hot Seat, Dream’s Arena Crunch, FOS “Tuned In” Preview Oct 13, 2026 863 Dan Quinn’s job security in doubt after Commanders’ overtime clock blunder Atlanta Dream may host WNBA Finals in league’s smallest arena James Madison pays $23M to join the American Conference Kentucky owes LSU $500K after fans storm the field after surprise win Editor in Chief Dan Roberts previews FOS’s Tuned In event happening today in New York City featuring Pablo Torre, Chris Berma

10/9/26 - MLB’s 154-Game Pitch, NFL Bets on SCOTUS, Shaq Says Barkley Isn’t Leaving Oct 9, 2026 918 MLB owners propose eight fewer regular-season games, with top seeds picking their playoff opponents Caitlin Clark defends Kelsey Mitchell, who is noncommittal on returning to the Fever NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman says the league will expand to 20 teams and beyond Shaquille O’Neal tells FOS he doesn’t believe Charles Barkley is leaving Inside the NBA FOS reporter Ben Horney on NFL

10/8/26 - Rahm Rejects LIV, Trump’s Stormy Georgia-Alabama Visit, Super Bowl on Disney+ Oct 8, 2026 943 Jon Rahm’s lawyer says he won’t play in LIV 2.0, calling the terms “unacceptable” Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon defends her sideline approach to Front Office Sports Tonight WNBA playoffs draw the most-watched first round in league history 49ers’ Kyle Juszczyk wins appeal of NFL fines, saying “I don’t even drink beer” Latest on Trump’s Georgia-Alabama visit during Tropical Storm Isaia

10/7/26 - EuroLeague Rejects NBA, LeBron’s Helicopter Sparks Backlash, $12M Super Bowl Ads Oct 7, 2026 902 EuroLeague owners reject NBA’s collaboration proposal Jason Kidd in advanced talks to join ESPN’s NBA Countdown Fired Blazers announcer Braiden Bell seeks reinstatement over teenage tweets NFL referees union to challenge suspensions of two officials FOS editor-in-chief Dan Roberts on LeBron James commuting to Philadelphia by Fanatics helicopter Disney seeks $12 million for a 30-seco

A Conversation with Draymond Green on "New Media" Oct 6, 2026 1547 NBA Champion Draymond Green joins Olivia Arciniega of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Filming his new VR docuseries Open Season to break the therapy stigma • Why he believes basketball has lost its purity • Building New Media to let athletes control their own stories • Thinking often about retirement without considering it yet • His take on LeBron's Polymarket deal and the salary cap debate Ch

10/6/26 - Portnoy on Fox Exit, Rays Are Hottest Ticket, LeBron’s Fanatics Helicopter Commute Oct 6, 2026 825 Dave Portnoy tells FOS that Ohio State coach Ryan Day thinks he was "doxxed" by Barstool founder Rays draw biggest home crowd since 2010 as playoff ticket prices soar LIV Golf returns to bankruptcy court with a $300 million rescue deal at stake Alex Ovechkin to retire after his 22nd NHL season LeBron James is managing chronic arthritis in his left foot, while his Fanatics deal covers h

A Conversation with Gronk about Sports Betting, Tom Brady & More Oct 5, 2026 688 NFL Legend Rob Gronkowski joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Becoming the official game day wingman for Bounty paper towels • His dream concession stand menu at Gillette Stadium • What it takes for an athlete to succeed in brand partnerships • Betting on games and yelling at his TV like a real fan • His reaction to Tom Brady swearing live on television Chapters 00:00 Intro

10/5/26 - Fox Drops Barstool, Commanders Eye Spear Logo, Colorado's Leaked Playbook Oct 5, 2026 895 Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports will no longer appear on Fox Sports’ “Big Noon Kickoff” Commanders consider making their alternate spear logo the primary mark as soon as 2027 Arizona State hires an independent investigator to review a hockey team workout Brewers opened the roof for Game 2 after a wild non-home run in series FOS NFL reporter Mark Maske on NFL international games and Je

A Conversation with Randy Levine on the Yankees' $2.6B Apollo Deal and the Protect College Sports Act Oct 2, 2026 1229 Randy Levine joins Amanda Christovich of Front Office Sports to discuss: •The Yankees' outlook after sweeping the Red Sox in the Wild Card series •How the Yankees' $2.6 billion Apollo financing deal came together •The Senate's bipartisan vote on the Protect College Sports Act •Pushback from agents, athletes and the Congressional Black Caucus •Possible House amendments and Trump's role in getting

10/2/26 - ‘Inside the NBA’ Expands, CFP Nears 24 Teams, Wemby Rejects Betting Deals Oct 2, 2026 836 CFP leaders move closer to a 24-team Playoff as ESPN talks continue Victor Wembanyama says he’ll never promote sports betting companies WTA announces equal prize money at all combined 1000 events in 2027 Rebecca Lowe joins Netflix for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil FOS reporter Ryan Glasspiegel chats about ESPN expanding Inside the NBA to 25 dates in Charles Barkley’s announced f

A Conversation with Senator Ted Cruz about the Protect College Sports Act Oct 1, 2026 1452 Senator Ted Cruz joins Amanda Christovich of Front Office Sports to discuss: •The Senate passing the Protect College Sports Act 77 to 22 •How the bill addresses the transfer portal and eligibility rules •Preserving women's and Olympic sports at smaller schools •The Lane Kiffin rule restricting in-season coaching moves •Getting the House to vote before Election Day Learn more about your ad choices.

10/1/26 - MLB Playoff Empty Seats, CFB Viewership Down 11%, Tomlin Unveils ‘Minecraft’ City Oct 1, 2026 850 Daytime MLB playoff games draw thousands short of sellouts in Atlanta and Houston WNBA playoff format criticized after No. 8 Liberty upsets No. 1 Lynx College football viewership down 11% through September according to Nielsen Kirk Herbstreit reportedly re-signs with TNF, with outs if Sean McVay becomes available ASU hockey coach placed on leave amid calls for investigation into traini

9/30/26 - Man City Found Guilty, NBA’s $12B Vegas Race, College Sports Bill Passes Sep 30, 2026 870 CBS draws 24.9M for Ravens-Cowboys in Rio, most-watched international NFL game ever Premier League confirms Manchester City guilty of all serious financial charges NBA reviewing three finalist bids for Las Vegas team at $12B to $13B price Trail Blazers say they’re committed to staying in Portland amid arena talks Senate passes Protect College Sports Act 77–22, bill heads to the House

9/29/26 - Giants Land McCarthy, MLB Wild Card Begins, LeBron’s Knicks Dream Sep 29, 2026 802 Giants trade a 2027 fifth-round pick for Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy MLB attendance grows for fourth straight year as playoffs begin Jalen Duren skips Pistons media day, rejects $200M offer Nikola Jokić plans to sign with Denver next summer, possibly record deal FOS reporter Eric Fisher previews MLB wild-card round on NBC/Peacock LeBron James says he envisioned joining the Knicks befor

9/28/26 - College Sports Bill Vote, Man City Found Guilty, Phillies Survive Collapse Sep 28, 2026 882 Senate holds final vote Monday on the Protect College Sports Act USC suspends linebacker one game after hit on Oregon QB Dante Moore UT’s Steve Sarkisian's Trump headset claim sparks White House denial Manchester City found guilty on 114 of 115 Premier League financial charges Phillies and Astros clinch final MLB playoff spots MLB and White House discuss playing a game at Grand Tet

9/25/26 - Trump Skips ‘GameDay,’ Sun Leave Connecticut, Juszczyk’s ‘Juice’ Fine Sep 25, 2026 896 Trump not expected on College GameDay but will attend Texas-Tennessee Carlos Alcaraz calls for an end to late-night Grand Slam finishes Connecticut Sun play final game in the state before moving to Houston Albert Pujols tells FOS his group was outbid to purchase two MLB teams Eric Fisher on the nor’easter scrambling Cubs–Red Sox and MLB’s playoff format NFL fines Kyle Juszczyk nearl

9/24/26 - NFL Ratings Rebound, Dart’s Season Over, Haliburton Flies Southwest Sep 24, 2026 827 Fox’s Commanders-Cowboys draws 27.2M, the NFL’s most-watched game this season Stephen A. Smith returns for three or four Monday Night Countdown appearances this season NHL in no rush on $3.5B Texas expansion decision Steph Curry says “no drama” over his unsigned $136.7M extension as Warriors camp a week away FOS NFL reporter Mark Maske on Jaxson Dart’s season-ending surgery and NFL’s Q

9/23/26 - NFL QB Injuries Pile Up, Seahawks’ Scouting Cold War, Aikman's Contract Limbo Sep 23, 2026 855 Giants QB Jaxson Dart faces possible season-ending knee surgery Seahawks scouted 100 Broncos plays from fans’ social media posts Nor’easter threatens Cubs–Red Sox series and the NL playoff race Kawhi Leonard signs two-year, $115M extension with the Raptors Dan Roberts on why Troy Aikman still has no new ESPN deal Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac buy Wrexham’s historic Turf pub Make sure

9/22/26 - Aikman Waits on ESPN, Paramount Clears Hurdle, Doc Rivers Returns to Booth Sep 22, 2026 766 Troy Aikman still has no new ESPN deal, even after Joe Buck signed his Amazon’s Thursday Night Football opener draws 18.6 million viewers, up 5% from last year NFL pushes ahead with its Brazil game despite players calling out playing surface Doc Rivers retires from coaching and heads back to the NBA broadcast booth for good Paramount settles its antitrust fight, clearing the way for a

9/21/26 - WPBL Boardroom Battle, Jed York Discipline Looms, LeBron's $15M Polymarket Deal Sep 21, 2026 811 Exclusive: internal infighting and financial disputes threaten the future of the Women's Pro Baseball League NFL still weighing discipline for 49ers owner Jed York after his arrest and no-contest plea last month League presses ahead with Cowboys-Ravens game in Brazil despite concerns over Maracanã Stadium's field Kylian Mbappé leaves Nike for On as the Swiss brand launches its new footbal

9/18/26 - NFL Ratings Dip, Steve Belichick Resigns, Knicks Ticket Refunds Sep 18, 2026 698 NFL Week 1 ratings fall 13% despite a reshuffled broadcast schedule across networks Steve Belichick resigns from UNC as investigation into program culture closes Knicks suspend ticket sales after pricing error, refunds coming for fans LeBron James to earn $15 million a year in a new Polymarket endorsement deal Hawks bring back “Single AF Night" as part of 15 themed nights this season.

9/17/26 - CFB Ratings Surge, Joe Buck’s $108M Deal, Knicks Ticket Shock Sep 17, 2026 846 14 million viewers watched Ohio State–Texas on Saturday, the most-watched Week 2 college football game on record Joe Buck reportedly to sign six-year, $108M extension to stay at ESPN Lane Kiffin’s return this weekend to Oxford for LSU–Ole Miss is the most anticipated and tense game in memory WTA relocates Finals and headquarters to Charlotte starting in 2027 Single-game tickets went on

A Conversation with Ndamukong Suh & Jay Williams on the Business of Life After Sports Sep 16, 2026 1700 Jay Williams and Ndamukong Suh discuss life beyond the playing field, their friendship and business ventures, and where they see sports heading next. The conversation covers NBA expansion, NFL, NIL, sports media, youth sports, and the evolving role of athletes as investors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9/16/26 - Silver Talks Clippers Fallout, Ole Miss Braces for Kiffin Return, Novig CEO on Sweeney Backlash Sep 16, 2026 827 Adam Silver addresses Clippers punishment, WNBA search, EuroLeague, and Portland’s future Extra police presence ahead of Lane Kiffin’s return to Ole Miss vs. LSU Men’s leagues unite against betting threats but leave out WNBA Novig CEO says Sydney Sweeney drove the direction of the company's nude ad The most-talked-about moments from FOS’s Asset Class event in NYC Stephen A. Smith sa

9/15/26 - NFL Kickoff Ratings Dip, Ballmer Accepts Punishment, Sweeney Ad Backlash Sep 15, 2026 821 NBC’s NFL kickoff game draws 25.1M viewers, Netflix’s Australia game draws 18.5M viewers Steve Ballmer says Clippers will accept NBA’s $30M fine, as Kawhi Leonard is traded back to Toronto NBA Board of Governors to discuss Seattle, Vegas, and NBA Europe expansion Top tennis players pause public prize-money fight after $30M Grand Slam win Sydney Sweeney–Novig sports betting ad draws bac

9/14/26 - US Open Crowns Champs, ESPN’s Ted Cruz Controversy, FOS Tonight Premieres Sep 14, 2026 808 Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev win first US Open titles, record $5.5M each ESPN draws criticism for giving Sen. Ted Cruz nine minutes on College GameDay Steve Sarkisian’s brushed-off ESPN interviews spark controversy after Texas win Myles Garrett out at least four weeks after knee surgery Host Matt Iseman joins to chat Front Office Sports Tonight, which premieres nationwide today

A Conversation with NFL RedZone Host Scott Hanson on Season 18, Ads and the ESPN Merger Sep 12, 2026 829 NFL RedZone Host Scott Hanson joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Returning for year two of the Lowe's Earn Your Sunday campaign • RedZone hitting its 300th episode milestone this season • How the Octobox segment actually gets produced each week • What fans can expect from commercials on RedZone this year • How the NFL and ESPN merger affects RedZone's production Chapters 00

A Conversation with Kirk Herbstreit on Pat McAfee, Lane Kiffin's LSU Chaos and His Dog Peter Sep 11, 2026 1516 College GameDay Analyst Kirk Herbstreit joins Ellyn Briggs of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Surviving the season on little sleep with new partner Celsius • Launching a merch line for his dog Peter with his sons • The legal chaos around LSU rostering former NFL players • Whether college football needs clearer instant replay rules • What people get wrong about Pat McAfee Chapters 00:00 Intro a

9/11/26 - LSU-SEC Standoff Cools, LIV Golf’s $495M Exit, Netflix’s Sports Doc Fatigue Sep 11, 2026 951 LSU reportedly avoids expulsion vote after locking its roster without ex-NFL players LIV Golf bankruptcy reveals PIF’s $495M post-exit loan, Jon Rahm tops creditors Australian Open reaffirms best-of-five format after CEO suggested considering shorter matches Shannon Sharpe and Skip Bayless tape surprise reunion New book “The Playbook” breaks down why NFL front-office strategy is more i

A Conversation with Noah Eagle on Calling the 49ers vs Rams Netflix Game in Australia Sep 10, 2026 835 Netflix NFL Announcer Noah Eagle joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Calling the 49ers and Rams game live from Melbourne, Australia • Broadcasting to a mix of diehard fans and first time viewers • His dream broadcast partner and working alongside Luke Kuechly • Why viral clips like his dad impression happen organically • His summer routine with broadcasting legend Ian Eagle

9/10/26 - LSU Won’t Add NFL Players, CFP Talks 24-Team Format With ESPN, Alcaraz-Shelton Ends at 3 A.M. Sep 10, 2026 801 LSU finalizes roster without ex-NFL players Wright and Harris, cooling SEC standoff College Football Playoff opens 30-day exclusive negotiating window with ESPN on 24-team expansion Lionel Messi reaches agreement to buy Spain’s Eldense, his second Spanish club Ben Shelton outlasts Carlos Alcaraz in latest-ever US Open finish, ending at 3:34 AM NFL season preview with FOS Tonight host M

9/9/26 - SEC Seeks Right to Expel LSU, MAC Appeals WMU Loss, LIV Golf Files for Bankruptcy Sep 9, 2026 874 SEC amends lawsuit, seeking legal authority to expel LSU from the conference MAC formally appeals Western Michigan's controversial loss to Michigan LIV Golf files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Tennis Australia CEO floats shorter men's matches at Grand Slams Georgia football puts highlights behind a new $20 monthly paywall Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports a

9/8/26 - Big Ten Replay Controversy, Goodell's Four-Year Extension, LeBron Picks Polymarket Sep 8, 2026 766 Western Michigan questions the Big Ten's replay process after Michigan's controversial finish Bill Belichick stays quiet on UNC's ongoing staff conduct investigation NFL owners extend commissioner Roger Goodell's contract for four more years LeBron James signs a new football focused deal with prediction market Polymarket Kirk Herbstreit's dog Peter gets his own merchandise line Make

9/4/26 - Judge Clears Pros for College, Good Good CEO Out, Russini Plots Comeback Sep 4, 2026 864 Louisiana judge clears 42 players to return to college, including ex-pros headed to LSU Good Good Golf CEO and president resign after Callaway ad backlash NFL RedZone’s Scott Hanson promises fewer commercials this season Dianna Russini “absolutely” planning a sports media return, Barstool the front-runner FOS Tonight host Matt Iseman chats with Lane Kiffin and the current state of coll

9/3/26 - Clippers-Kawhi Penalized, Tiger’s DUI Plea, Schrager’s ESPN Show Sep 3, 2026 860 The NBA fines the Clippers $30 million and strips five draft picks over Kawhi Leonard’s deals Tiger Woods pleads no contest, loses his driver’s license for five years Stan Kroenke closes in on $4 billion deal to buy the Angels ESPN hands Peter Schrager a daily 2 p.m. show starting Sept. 10 Pat McAfee lands his Hollywood debut in Netflix’s “The Mosquito Bowl” Make sure to subscribe an

Breaking: NBA Finds Clippers Violated Salary Cap, Bans Ballmer for a Year Sep 2, 2026 471 FOS editor-in-chief Dan Roberts joins Baker to discuss the breaking news from the NBA. The NBA released its findings in the Clippers–Kawhi Leonard case Wednesday afternoon, saying the team illegally circumvented the league’s salary cap by funneling millions of dollars to Leonard through third parties. Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has been banned from the league for a year, and the team has bee

9/2/26 - Kroenke Buys Angels, LSU-SEC Court Showdown, Cubs’ TikTok Rom-Com Sep 2, 2026 817 Stan Kroenke agrees to buy the Angels in a deal that could break MLB’s sale record LSU and the SEC head to court Thursday over ex-NFL players’ eligibility UCLA fires AD after record deficits for seven consecutive years Tony Romo pleads no contest to OWI, hints at eventual CBS return Cubs launch scripted TikTok rom-com series “Nine Innings to Love” Make sure to subscribe and follow F

9/1/26 - LIV Golf’s Bankruptcy Bet, Messi Retires, Seahawks $9.6B Sale Sep 1, 2026 804 LIV Golf may file for bankruptcy protection as soon as next week Lionel Messi announces his retirement from Argentina’s national team First at FOS: Seahawks runners-up offered ownership stake in $9.6 billion sale Scottie Scheffler breaks Tiger Woods’s PGA Tour career earnings record Good Good Golf looks to recover after controversial ad with Callaway Venus Williams sets record for l

A Conversation with Hall of Fame Coach Geno Auriemma on the UConn Dynasty and NIL Chaos Aug 31, 2026 598 Hall of Fame Coach Geno Auriemma joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • The new Apple TV docuseries on UConn's 40 year dynasty • How his coaching style has evolved over four decades • Managing stars like Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi and Paige Bueckers • Watching former players reshape the WNBA and its new CBA • Why he thinks NIL and the transfer portal are killing mid-majors Chapter

8/31/26 - US Open Pay Fight, NFL's Olympic Push, Aaron Donald Returns Aug 31, 2026 853 US Open sets record player pay, but sidesteps the revenue share players are demanding NFL and NFLPA finalizing terms for players to compete in flag football at LA 28 Olympics Natasha Cloud calls the WNBA culture war an "intentional distraction" and asks the league to ban Enes Kanter Freedom A federal court ruling puts a chunk of Kalshi's sports betting business in jeopardy Aaron Donald

A Conversation with Bengals Star Tee Higgins on Contract Negotiations, Turf & More Aug 29, 2026 605 Tee Higgins joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • What it was like playing a full season on the franchise tag before his four year, $150 million extension with the Bengals • Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and the Bengals 2026 playoff chances • His new Express fall campaign alongside Tinashe • College football and NIL • Debate around grass vs. Turf and 18th NFL game Chapters 00:37 I

A Conversation on NBA Europe, the Next NBA CBA & More with NBPA Chief David Kelly Aug 28, 2026 934 NBPA Executive Director David Kelly joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Launching PLYRS UNTD to manage NBA players' collective NIL rights and a new centralized training facility for players in LA • Why the union opposes the second apron in the current CBA • Concerns over players not sharing revenue from a potential NBA Europe league • His take on the WNBA's off court controve

8/28/26 - Good Good’s Sponsor Exodus, UEFA Targets Infantino, NFL Reviews Jed York Aug 28, 2026 912 Good Good Golf loses Callaway and its PGA Tour title sponsorship in one day Jeanie Buss petitions court to block her siblings from selling their Lakers stake Roger Goodell confirms NFL reviewing 49ers owner Jed York under personal conduct policy after Ohio arrest NBPA’s David Kelly says players have a “serious problem” with NBA Europe’s revenue UEFA takes FIFA and Gianni Infantino to c

A Conversation with Tennis Star Jess Pegula on WTA Sex Testing & More Aug 27, 2026 787 Jessica Pegula joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: •Chasing her first US Open title after her runner up finish •Her partnership with Vital Proteins and choosing brand deals •The recent player protests over Grand Slam prize money •The WTA's new genetic sex testing policy •The flood of influencers at tennis majors like the US Open •Her prediction for the Buffalo Bills this season C

8/27/26 - NFL Pro Bowl Eliminated, Walter Not Selling Dodgers, Jordan Skips NBC Aug 27, 2026 797 NFL eliminates the Pro Bowl Game entirely, replacing it with an 88-player honor and no alternates UEFA set to drop its FIFA boycott ahead of the U-20 Women’s World Cup Mark Walter’s TWG Global denies fraud claims, insists the Dodgers aren’t for sale Dick’s Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy pull Good Good Golf merch amid ad backlash NFL owners approve record $9.6 billion Seahawks sale, as

A Conversation about Unrivaled's $650M Valuation with Co-Founder Alex Bazzell Aug 26, 2026 1167 Unrivaled Co-Founder Alex Bazzell joins Colin Salao of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Unrivaled's new $100 million raise at a $650 million valuation • Plans to expand the tour model and find a bigger home arena • Why 95 percent of players hold equity in the league • Comparing Unrivaled to the upcoming Project B league • Building an informal relationship with the WNBA Chapters 00:00 Intro and

8/26/26 - Big Ten’s NFL Player Ban, NFL’s CTE Study, Callaway’s Ad Apology Aug 26, 2026 793 The Big Ten and other power conferences work to ban players who played in the NFL from returning to college RJ Luis Jr. wins injunction, clears path to play for LSU despite NBA contracts New study finds at least 1 in 4 NFL players developed CTE Kalshi signs exclusive deals with 5 MLB teams as baseball volume soars Callaway’s CEO apologizes after approving a controversial Good Good Golf

A Conversation with Joy Taylor on WNBA Culture War, NFL Season, Her Next Chapter & More Aug 25, 2026 1346 Joy Taylor joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Investing in basketball fitness club Crosscourt • Transitioning from sports media into lifestyle and culture commentary • The WNBA's growth colliding with off court culture war noise • Why she thinks the NFL is overexpanding its schedule • Her plans to move into producing and building her next chapter Chapters 00:00 Intro and he

8/25/26 - Kanter Freedom Ruled Ineligible for WNBA, 49ers Owner Arrested, Manfred Vows 2027 Season Aug 25, 2026 928 Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White ruled ineligible for WNBA 49ers owner Jed York arrested, pleads no contest in Ohio Commissioner Rob Manfred insists MLB will play in 2027 amid tense labor talks Browns cut Dae’Quan Wright, paving path back to college at LSU US Open nearly doubles content-creator credentials for 2026 Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office

8/24/26 - T-Wolves Sold Again, NHL Targets Texas, WNBA Fan Banned Aug 24, 2026 894 Marc Lore is selling his stake in the T-Wolves and Lynx at a $4.5 billion valuation, just 14 months after taking control of the franchises The NHL could award its 33rd franchise to Houston or Austin by year’s end An appeals court pauses fifth-year eligibility for college athletes from the freshman class of 2022 A fan is arrested and banned for life after throwing a dildo onto a WNBA court

8/21/26 - Jeanie Buss’s Ownership Battle, US Open’s Record Purse, Harden Hits $500M Aug 21, 2026 872 Lakers governor Jeanie Buss’s path to staying in charge gets tougher as her siblings look to sell their stake The US Open announces a record $108 million prize purse as Carlos Alcaraz confirms his return ESPN in talks to give Pat McAfee his own “Monday Night Football” alt-cast MLS considers a major playoff overhaul, expanding the field to 20 teams An NFL preseason standout could return

8/20/26 -McAfee Joins ESPN’s ‘MNC,’ Walter’s $17B Problem, Bueckers-Fudd Go Public Aug 20, 2026 831 Pat McAfee joins ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown as part of the network’s Super Bowl LXI buildup At least $17 billion in undisclosed loans are at the center of a federal probe into Mark Walter’s investment empire, a week after his $12.5 billion Lakers sale LIV Golf players react to meeting the tour’s proposed new investor as purses get slashed Nneka Ogwumike announces her WNBA retirement af

8/19/26 - Lakers Family Feud, NFL Eyes Overseas Team, Knicks Embarrass Nets Aug 19, 2026 865 Jeanie Buss is fighting her own family over the Lakers’ remaining 17.8% stake NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says a team playing full-time outside the U.S. is coming Venus Williams gets a US Open wild card, with one spot still held for Serena LIV Golf cuts $30 million in prize money and faces a new $1.2 million lawsuit Nets owner Joe Tsai calls the Knicks’ title run “embarrassing” for

8/18/26 - Clippers’ Ballmer Reportedly Cleared, Walter Eyes Chelsea Exit, Jayden Daniels Trolled Aug 18, 2026 864 ESPN says the NBA found no evidence Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard Mark Walter in talks to sell Chelsea stake at $5 billion valuation, one week after selling Lakers Padres $3.9 billion sale makes Kwanza Jones the first Black majority owner in MLB history WTA plans vote to cut required tournaments for tennis’s biggest stars Brands and teams troll Jayden Dan

A Conversation with Jessica Pegula on the US Open, WTA Sex Testing, and More. Aug 17, 2026 801 Jess Pegula, women's tennis player, joins Front Office Sports Editor-in-Chief Dan Roberts to discuss the US Open, Player Pay Protests and WTA Sex Testing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08/17/26 - Bezos Buys Into Liverpool, Brady Rules Hit Aikman, NFL WAGs Going Viral Aug 17, 2026 726 Jeff Bezos buys a 30 percent stake in Liverpool worth $5.9 billion The NFL applies Tom Brady’s team-access restrictions to Troy Aikman MSG scores a major win in Charles Oakley’s nine-year legal battle Cristiano Ronaldo hints his playing career could end after this season Videos of NFL WAGs at training camp are part of a coordinated league strategy LeBron James launches YouTube chann

8/14/26 - NBA Owners ‘Stunned’ by Lakers Sale, Knicks’ $67M Run, WTA Sex Testing Starts Aug 14, 2026 859 NBA owners are “stunned” after Mark Walter sold the Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner for a record $12.5B, 14 months after buying the team Knicks’ title run added $67M to MSG Sports’s bottom line in its fiscal Q4 Portland City Council adds $120M toward Blazers’ arena renovations in attempt to keep team in city Jessica Pegula confirms WTA genetic sex testing has begun at the Cincinnati

8/13/26 - Lakers’ Shocking $12.5B Sale, Cuban Drops Mavs Suit, Field of Dreams Tickets Soar Aug 13, 2026 788 Lakers sold for a record $12.5 billion to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner, less than 14 months after Mark Walter bought the team CBS Sports says there’s “no timetable” for Tony Romo’s return Mark Cuban withdraws lawsuit against Mavs owner Patrick Dumont but signals more fighting ahead Field of Dreams game tickets push near $1,000 ahead of Thursday’s Netflix game in Iowa The Jonas Brothers

8/12/26 – Knicks-LeBron Tickets Soar, Trump Backs Infantino, Romo’s CBS Future Unclear Aug 12, 2026 723 Tickets for the Knicks’ championship ring night against LeBron and the Sixers skyrocket President Donald Trump publicly defends FIFA president Gianni Infantino amid a leadership revolt Pro Football Hall of Fame Game draws more viewers than Wimbledon, Home Run Derby, and Stanley Cup Final Bills say they're addressing fan complaints about obstructed seats at their new $2.2 billion Highmark

8/11/26 - FIFA’s Infantino Under Fire, ESPN’s New 20-Team CFP Play, Bills Fans on New $2.2B Stadium Aug 11, 2026 879 Soccer's biggest confederations accuse FIFA president Gianni Infantino of “deception” ESPN is reportedly shopping a new 20-team College Football Playoff format NCAA partners with FBI to protect athletes from sextortion crimes US Open ticket prices surge despite Sinner and Alcaraz injury questions Bills fans sound off on new $2.2 billion Highmark Stadium Make sure to subscribe and fol

8/10/26 - WNBA's Weekend of Controversy, Senate Punts on College Sports Bill, Kyle Shanahan's Autopilot Confession Aug 10, 2026 819 WNBA commissioner says league will addresses transgender eligibility DiJonai Carrington ejected after flagrant foul on Sophie Cunningham Senate punts college sports reform vote to September Kyle Shanahan reveals Tesla autopilot played a role in his car crash Five enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame including Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Offi

A Conversation with Jason Wright on Investing in Women's Sports. Aug 8, 2026 1799 Jason Wright, Managing Partner & Head of Investments at Ariel Project Level, joins Ben Horney of Front Office at the 2026 Huddle in the Hamptons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8/7/26 - Aikman and Buck Talks, Fox Won’t Renegotiate NFL Rights Until 2028, and Yankees’ Polymarket Deal Aug 7, 2026 857 Aikman and Buck enter high-stakes ESPN contract negotiations Fox won’t renegotiate NFL rights until 2028 Yankees sign a team-level deal with Polymarket Influencers are flooding major sports events in growing numbers Akron football’s viral promo is attracting celebrity season-ticket buyers Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the l

8/6/26 – LIV’s Funding Promise, Disney Sells Out Super Bowl, Inside Tom Brady’s CardVault Aug 6, 2026 745 LIV Golf CEO says the league has locked in an investor to keep it running into 2027 NBC fends off Fox, Netflix, and Amazon to retain Preakness Stakes rights Disney sells out of Super Bowl LXI ad inventory An inside look at Tom Brady's CardVault expansion Dr. Anthony Fauci's lawyer fires back at Aaron Rodgers Cleveland's new WNBA team won’t face a trademark fight Make sure to subsc

8/5/26 - UFC Freedom 250’s $30M Loss, Bijan's Record Deal, Infantino Losing Support Aug 5, 2026 635 UFC’s White House event lost $30 million despite record revenue England withdraws support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA reelection bid Bijan Robinson becomes the highest-paid running back in NFL history Aaron Rodgers goes on a tangent on “The Pat McAfee Show” Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the bus

Meet The Next MLS Commissioner Larry Berg Aug 4, 2026 1074 Larry Berg, new MLS commissioner, joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports immediately following his introductory press conference to discuss his new role and his vision for the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8/4/26 – Pochettino's New Deal, Dodgers Load Up, Browns Pick Turf Aug 4, 2026 702 U.S. Soccer signs Mauricio Pochettino to an extension through the 2030 World Cup Dodgers stay defiant after Skubal trade as other big-market teams sell off stars Browns confirm their new stadium will have artificial turf, not grass Delta and DraftKings launch free-to-play SkyPicks game for in-flight entertainment Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to st

8/3/26 – FIFA Scraps World Cup Investment Plan, Dodgers Land Skubal, NCAA's Eligibility Chaos Aug 3, 2026 802 FIFA abandons plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors after backlash Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers in blockbuster trade, reigniting salary cap debate Federal judge grants thousands of Class of 2022 athletes a fifth year of NCAA eligibility Adam Schefter faces scrutiny over early investment in Underdog ahead of $2.15B sale Why women's sports teams are like “small-c

7/31/26 - UEFA’s FIFA Boycott, LeBron’s ‘Last Dance’ Doc, Tush Push Stays Jul 31, 2026 864 UEFA and CONCACAF both reject FIFA’s private investment plan LeBron and ESPN nearing a “Last Dance”–style documentary deal NBA cancels Middle East preseason games amid Iran conflict NFL has no plans to crack down on the Tush Push WNBA deletes video of Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese betting on a game Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-da

7/30/26 - USMNT Nearing Pochettino Return, FIFA Draws UEFA Criticism, Yankees and Knicks to DAZN Jul 30, 2026 735 Mauricio Pochettino close to a four-year USMNT extension for 2030 World Cup Macklin Celebrini sets a new NHL salary record at age 20 F1 may move its season finale out of the Middle East over Iran War Yankees and Knicks are ditching Gotham app for DAZN FIFA's $20B commercial plan draws a UEFA boycott threat Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay u

7/29/26 - FIFA's $20B Profit Machine, Record NCAA Jersey Patch Deals, LIV Golf Cancels Another Event Jul 29, 2026 800 FIFA plans to launch new $20 billion subsidiary Ohio State and Notre Dame land historic jersey patch deals NFL owners quietly discuss Roger Goodell successors Steve Smith lands a recurring role across ESPN programming LIV Golf cancels another event with only two remaining for the year Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the lates

7/28/26 - 76ers’ Huge TV Boost, UNC GM Investigation, Stanford’s Unionization Process Jul 28, 2026 777 LeBron’s effect on the 76ers’ national TV schedule UNC’s top-paid college football GM placed on leave Democrats summon Infantino over FIFA-Trump relationship Stanford athletes take first steps in collective bargaining process Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more abo

7/27/26 - LeBron’s 76ers Decision, WNBA Officiating Overhaul, Michigan AD Buyout Jul 27, 2026 853 LeBron James decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers WNBA invests tens of millions in a new replay center WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert's future remains uncertain Michigan pays AD Warde Manuel over $7 million to leave College basketball rosters now cost at least $10 million Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conve

7/24/26 - Mark Cuban Buys Into A's, Raiders Sign Mendoza, Sophie Cunningham's Meteoric Rise Jul 24, 2026 785 Lane Kiffin regrets his messy Ole Miss departure Raiders lock up top pick Fernando Mendoza for $57M Mark Cuban joins the Athletics' ownership group as minority investor ESPN launches a new college football talk show featuring Josh Pate Sophie Cunningham adds millions of social followers in just one month Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-

A Conversation with Chris Bosh on LeBron's Next Team, Athlete Contract Taxes, and Returning to Court for Charity Jul 23, 2026 807 Chris Bosh joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Why he thinks LeBron James should go to Miami and team up with Giannis • His health update and the growing awareness of blood clots in the NBA • His return to the court for the USA Basketball & RX3 charity 3-on-3 tournament • NBA expansion to Seattle and Vegas and Europe and what it means for the game • Why former NBA players are r

7/23/26 - SEC Breakaway Talks, Bezos Eyes Liverpool, Miami’s LeBron Error Jul 23, 2026 769 SEC commissioner says breakaway from NCAA is being discussed Jeff Bezos linked to a Liverpool ownership stake Heat accidentally post link to LeBron introductory press conference Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark, and Derrick Rose named NBA 2K27 cover athletes Pat McAfee announces his debut music album Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-d

7/22/26 - World Cup Final Ratings, ESPN Layoffs, LeBron Waits, WFAN to SiriusXM Jul 22, 2026 818 World Cup Final draws nearly 40 million viewers on Fox; most watched soccer match in U.S. history ESPN cuts 10+ on-air talent in major layoffs Rich Paul says LeBron won't rush decision on where he plays next WFAN and 22 local sports radio stations head to SiriusXM Aaron Rodgers reunites with estranged family before final season Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports ac

A Conversation with Jake Paul on Women's Sports, Prediction Markets & $100M Investment Fund Jul 21, 2026 758 Jake Paul and Geoff Woo join Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Anti Fund's investment thesis in prediction markets and Polymarket Buying Bitcoin at 15 years old and his long-term thesis on crypto and DeFi • How AI will change sports and why human competition is irreplaceable • Whether athlete team ownership is actually a smart investment at today's valuations • What the general pub

7/21/26 - Michigan AD Out, Goodell Extension, Zlatan Exits Fox, Tom Brady vs. Logan Paul Jul 21, 2026 785 Michigan fires AD Warde Manuel after ten-year tenure NFL owners moving toward a new Roger Goodell extension Portland Trail Blazers and city at odds over arena deal Zlatan Ibrahimovic calls it quits at the FOS Sports desk Tom Brady and Logan Paul's feud sparks WWE rumors Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations

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