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Thursday, September 17, 2026

Brian Windhorst Discusses Global Podcast Tour, LeBron’s Fanatics Deal

Windhorst also discussed the Clippers’ punishment and LeBron’s potential commute.

NFL Week 1 Ratings Fall 13% Despite New Broadcast Schedule

The league saw a surprisingly sharp drop in viewership.

Fire, Thorns Owners All In on Portland Despite Missing Out on Blazers

The sibling owners say Portland is a “mid-market unicorn.”

Sam Leavitt’s Injury Tag Sparks Skepticism Ahead of LSU–Ole Miss

Lane Kiffin has previously faced criticism for his handling of injury reports.

Mark Walter and His Insurance Empire Face New Class Action Suit

An annuity holder sued the owner of the Dodgers and his companies.

Bills’ Highmark Stadium Debut Begins Boom in New NFL Venues

Seven new NFL stadiums are set to open over the next half decade.
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Sports Media Winners and Losers From the Start of Football Season

There were plenty of sports media happenings across college and the NFL.
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9/17/26 – CFB Ratings Surge, Joe Buck’s $108M Deal, Knicks Ticket Shock

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Lane Kiffin’s Daughter Seizes CFB Spotlight With Clothing Venture

“Having a family involved in college sports helps from a marketing perspective.”

Drew Weatherford’s Bet on the Youth Sports Economy

Drew Weatherford discusses investing across the youth, college and professional levels.

Matt Iseman takes viewers beyond the scoreboard, inside the deals, and face-to-face with the personalities shaping sports.

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Teams Are Spending Millions to Build Luxury Locker Rooms

It’s a recruiting pitch, a retention tool, and a seven-figure line item.

Front Office Sports brings you the latest news in the WNBA, NWSL, PWHL, NCAA, and more, spotlighting trailblazing athletes and the trends shaping the explosive business of women’s sports.

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Fire, Thorns Owners All In on Portland Despite Missing Out on Blazers

The sibling owners say Portland is a “mid-market unicorn.”
Brian Windhorst ESPN

Brian Windhorst Discusses Global Podcast Tour, LeBron’s Fanatics Deal

Windhorst also discussed the Clippers’ punishment and LeBron’s potential commute.
Sep 11, 2026; Melbourne, AUS; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) rushes the ball in the second half against the Los Angeles Rams at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
September 17, 2026

NFL Week 1 Ratings Fall 13% Despite New Broadcast Schedule

The league saw a surprisingly sharp drop in viewership.
Mike Tomlin NBC Sports
Opinion
September 17, 2026

Sports Media Winners and Losers From the Start of Football Season

There were plenty of sports media happenings across college and the NFL.
Oct 2, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams mascot Rampage (center) visits Ryan Fitzpatrick (left) and Andrew Whitworth on the Prime Thursday Night Football set at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
September 16, 2026

Why Fitzpatrick and Whitworth Won’t Trade Studio for the Booth

The Prime Video analysts also weighed in on the Rams’ Week 1 loss.
Jun 24, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico during the US Olympic Team Trials at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
September 16, 2026

Tirico Addresses Michael Jordan’s NBC Exit, Hopeful He’ll Return

Jordan served as a “special contributor” for NBC last season.
Dec 25, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; General view of the Amazon Prime Thursday Night Football logo at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
September 16, 2026

Amazon’s Bills-Lions Game Shows Established NFL Presence

The streamer will begin the season with the new Highmark Stadium opening.
September 15, 2026

ABC Draws Record 3.2M Viewers for US Open Men’s Final

Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton to claim his second Grand Slam title.
September 14, 2026

Stephen A. Smith: McAfee Has a ‘Different Set of Rules’ at ESPN

Smith signed a nine-figure contract with ESPN last year.

Mark Walter and His Insurance Empire Face New Class Action Suit

An annuity holder sued the owner of the Dodgers and his companies.
Mar 21, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) looks on during the game between the Mavericks and the Clippers at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Kawhi Leonard Saga Enters Uncharted Territory With Federal Probe

News of the probe comes a week after the NBA announced its punishment.
Cortlandt defeats Pearl River 7-2 in ice hockey action at Bear Mountain Ice Rink in Stony Point on December 16, 2025.

Parents Sue Black Bear Sports Over Youth Hockey Hotel Tactics

The suit seeks at least $5 million in damages.

Enes Kanter Freedom Sues Chicago Sky, City of Chicago

Sky owner Michael Alter said Freedom “made himself into a threat.”
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LeBron James Polymarket Deal Worth $15 Million a Year

James is not an investor in Polymarket, just an endorser.
Ndamukong Suh
September 16, 2026

Ndamukong Suh: ‘I Don’t Necessarily Agree’ With PE in Youth Sports

“They’re always gonna be looking for those returns.”
Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links GC stretches his left leg next to Tom Kim during warms up before match against the Los Angeles Golf Club who won the TGL finals at SoFi Center on March 24, 2026, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
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September 10, 2026

New Funding Doubles TGL Parent Company Valuation to $1B

TMRW is the parent company of indoor golf leagues TGL and WTGL.
Aug 25, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; General overall view of Seattle Seahawks logo at CenturyLink Field during a NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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September 4, 2026

Mark Stevens Is Seahawks’ Top Minority Investor

Other investors joined the Seahawks’ new ownership from the Mittal-Grousbeck group.

Knicks Blame ‘Mistake’ for Sky-High High Ticket Prices

The team halted ticket sales and will issue partial refunds.
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September 17, 2026

Fire, Thorns Owners All In on Portland Despite Missing Out on Blazers

The sibling owners say Portland is a “mid-market unicorn.”
September 15, 2026

Ndamukong Suh Blasts Rams’ ‘Asinine’ Australia Travel Plan

The Rams traveled to a game in Melbourne just a day before kickoff.
Exclusive
September 15, 2026

Carolyn Tisch Blodgett Says Giants Ownership Transfer Is Complete

The Tisch shares have been passed down.
September 14, 2026

Clippers Reverse Course and Accept NBA Punishment

Steve Ballmer said he has “sincere regrets.”
September 11, 2026

49ers Win Battle of Australia Travel Plans

The Niners blew out the Rams on Thursday.
Sep 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium.
September 10, 2026

Ohtani Heads to Injured List as Dodgers Aim for Third Title

The two-way phenom is making a rare trip to the injured list.
September 8, 2026

Mayfield, Bucs Break Impasse With Three-Year Extension

The deal runs through the 2029 season.
Sep 11, 2026; Melbourne, AUS; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) rushes the ball in the second half against the Los Angeles Rams at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NFL Week 1 Ratings Fall 13% Despite New Broadcast Schedule

The league saw a surprisingly sharp drop in viewership.

Fantasy Football Drafts Are Turning Into Full-Blown Vacations

Leagues are foregoing solo drafts and replacing them with in-person getaways.

ESPN Draws 23.2M Viewers for Week 1 of ‘Monday Night Football’

It’s the third-most-watched game of all 362 ESPN MNF broadcasts.

NFL Blocks Teams From Signing ex-LSU Players

Dae’Quan Wright’s agent says the tight end is exploring his legal options.

WTA Finals Moving to Charlotte in 2027 As U.S. Push Continues

The 2026 WTA Finals will be played at Indian Wells.
September 15, 2026

Networks Get Mixed Results With Week 1 NFL Viewership

CBS sees some viewership attrition, while NBC rebounded Sunday night.
Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver during the 2026 NBA draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
September 15, 2026

Adam Silver: It Would Be a ‘Failure’ If Trail Blazers Left Portland

Silver spoke after the NBA Board of Governors meetings in New York.

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