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    NCAA Football: CFP National Playoff First Round-Game 2-Miami at Texas A&M
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    The $6 Million CFP Quarters Get Clean TV Window Without NFL
    Thanks to the CFP contract, the New Year’s Six bowls will host.
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    Fenway Workers Finally Reach Contract After Yearlong Dispute
    The workers went on strike during the Red Sox–Dodgers series this summer.
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    Patriots Continue Makeover With First Post-Belichick Division Title
    The 13–3 Patriots are in contention for the AFC’s top seed.
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    Bears, Broncos Cap Fast Resets With Titles As Stadium Questions Linger
    Chicago clinched the NFC North after the Packers lost to the Ravens.
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    Tom Izzo on Baylor Signing Pro Player: ‘Shame on the NCAA’
    Michigan State’s coach blasted college basketball’s latest trend.
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    DeChambeau Won’t Commit to LIV Extension After Koepka’s Exit
    Bryson DeChambeau’s LIV Golf contract expires after the 2026 season.
    Nov 3, 2025; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani acknowledges the crowd during the World Series championship parade at downtown Los Angeles
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    It Was the Year of Shohei Ohtani (Again)
    The two-way superstar has a massive year on and off the field.
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    Chiefs Exit Leaves Missouri With Arrowhead Demolition Dilemma
    Missouri faces costly decisions as Arrowhead’s future hangs in limbo.
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    Dec 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) celebrate after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the second half at Levi's Stadium.
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    NFL’s Week 18 Should Be a Ratings Win for Networks
    The NFL remains nimble with its Week 18 scheduling.
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    Sports Media Winners and Losers of 2025
    Who was up and who was down in sports media this year?
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    What It Takes to Pull Off Florida’s First Outdoor NHL Game
    The Rangers will face the Panthers in Miami’s first NHL Winter Classic.
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    ESPN RedZone, Barstool’s Big Change, Michael Jordan Returns: Biggest Sports Media Stories of the Year
    Gambling Scandals, Trump, and NCAA Changes: How 2025 Shaped Future of Sports
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    CFP Preview: Is this DeBoer’s Last Game at Alabama? | WNBA Players Vote to Authorize Strike
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    MLB Teams Fear League Will Pick Winners and Losers in Tech
    One company under consideration was founded by a top MLB exec’s uncle.
    Dec 20, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Andre Burakovsky (28) celebrates with center Ryan Greene (20) his goal scored in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre.
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    Blackhawks Are First Pro Team to Make Direct Deal With Kalshi
    The deal builds on Kalshi’s existing partnership with the NHL.
    Tennis: US Open Mixed Doubles
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    Men’s and Women’s Pro Tennis Tour Merger Still Far From Finished
    The sides have been discussing a commercial merger for years.
    Dec 7, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers guard Sebastian Mack (12) shoots against Kansas Jayhawks guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) and guard Elmarko Jackson (13) during the second half at T-Mobile Center.
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    Commissions, Retainer Fees, Exclusivity: Inside Big 12 PE Proposal
    The firms would earn a commission for any partnerships or sponsorship deals.
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    December 18, 2025

    Netflix Paying Barstool 8 Figures Per Year Amid Podcast Push
    The biggest paid streamer is getting serious about podcasts.
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    December 15, 2025

    ESPN Hires New Top Editor
    Roxanna Scott is a USA Today veteran and comes from The Athletic.
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    December 11, 2025

    FloSports Buys Lucas Oil Stock Dirt Racing Series
    Dirt racing was a major audience driver on FloSports this year.
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    December 10, 2025

    Christine Williamson Lands ‘SportsCenter,’ ‘GameDay’ Roles
    Williamson landed the two highly coveted jobs after Duncan left for Netflix.

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    ‘Why Not the Dodgers?’: How Billie Jean King Became an LA Owner
    “Getting involved with the Dodgers literally changed our lives,” Ilana Kloss says.
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    Ben Simmons Buys a Sport Fishing Team
    “I think I can really help this league grow,” Simmons told FOS.
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    PE Bought an F1 Team For Just $200M. It’s Not Selling
    Williams is now valued at over $2 billion.
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    Rockets Owners in Talks to Buy and Move WNBA’s Sun
    The Rockets lost out on WNBA expansion but want the Sun.

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    Oct 10, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) celebrates with teammates after game four of the 2025 WNBA Finals at Mortgage Matchup Center.
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    The Year of A’ja Wilson
    No one in basketball had a bigger year.
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    The Year of the WNBA’s Existential Fight
    The CBA loomed over everything in 2025.
    Nov 22, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman (2) stands for the national anthem before the game against Gotham FC at PayPal Park
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    Will ‘Rodman Rule’ Be Enough to Keep Trinity Rodman in the NWSL?
    The new High Impact Player rule could help keep Rodman Stateside.
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    NWSL Moves Forward With Star Rule After Players Rejected Plan
    Players wanted to raise the salary cap instead.

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    Heated Rivalry (L to R) - Connor Storrie as Ilya Rozanov and Hudson Williams as Shane Hollander in Episode 104 of Heated Rivalry. Cr. Sabrina Lantos © 2025
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    Hockey Needed Some Virality. Then Came ‘Heated Rivalry’
    No one was prepared for the Canadian show’s smash success.
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    MLB Teams Fear League Will Pick Winners and Losers in Tech
    One company under consideration was founded by a top MLB exec’s uncle.
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    How Pickleball Became One Massive Private Equity Rollup
    Pickleball roads lead back to billionaire Tom Dundon.
    Dec 9, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles against Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) during the first half at the 2025-26 NBA Emirates Cup at Scotiabank Arena
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    The Lucrative NBA Cup Is Here to Stay
    The in-season tournament, launched in 2023, is turning into a staple.

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    Sports Media Winners and Losers of 2025
    Who was up and who was down in sports media this year?
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    Liam McHugh Says ‘NHL on TNT’ Is ‘Like a Hockey Locker Room’
    McHugh talked to FOS ahead of the Winter Classic in Miami.
    December 25, 2025

    Barkley Calls ‘Greedy’ NFL ‘Pigs’ for Christmas Day Games
    Barkley said Christmas should be for the NBA.
    December 24, 2025

    Brady Getting Better Reviews in Year 2 on Fox
    A veteran Fox NFL producer told FOS what has improved.
    Heated Rivalry (L to R) - Connor Storrie as Ilya Rozanov and Hudson Williams as Shane Hollander in Episode 104 of Heated Rivalry. Cr. Sabrina Lantos © 2025
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    Hockey Needed Some Virality. Then Came ‘Heated Rivalry’
    No one was prepared for the Canadian show’s smash success.
    Dec 13, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; NBA on Amazon announcers (from left) Taylor Rooks, Dirk Nowitzki, Steve Nash, Blake Griffin and Udonis Haslem during the Emirates NBA Cup semifinals at T-Mobile Arena.
    December 23, 2025

    Biggest Sports Media Talent Moves of 2025
    Netflix jumped into the sports podcast business.
    Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Pat McAfee reacts prior to the game between the Miami Hurricanes and the Texas A&M Aggies during the first round of the CFP National Playoff at Kyle Field.
    December 23, 2025

    Say It Ain’t So, Pat: Is McAfee Ending Kicking Contest?
    The College GameDay star hinted it was the last kick on Saturday.
    December 22, 2025

    NFL Streaming Record Still Stands Nearly a Year Later
    A year-old league streaming record remains intact.

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    NCAA Football: CFP National Playoff First Round-Game 2-Miami at Texas A&M
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    The $6 Million CFP Quarters Get Clean TV Window Without NFL
    Thanks to the CFP contract, the New Year’s Six bowls will host.
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    Chiefs Exit Leaves Missouri With Arrowhead Demolition Dilemma
    Missouri faces costly decisions as Arrowhead’s future hangs in limbo.
    Dec 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) celebrate after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the second half at Levi's Stadium.
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    NFL’s Week 18 Should Be a Ratings Win for Networks
    The NFL remains nimble with its Week 18 scheduling.
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    Patriots Continue Makeover With First Post-Belichick Division Title
    The 13–3 Patriots are in contention for the AFC’s top seed.

    Law
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    Terry Rozier Says Feds Overreached in Gambling Prosecution
    Rozier argues the evidence against him is weak.
    Track & Field: Grand Slam Track Philadelphia
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    Grand Slam Track Owes More Than $31 Million, New Filings Show
    The league proposed a deal with Winners Alliance for a $2.9M loan.
    Sep 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boxer Mike Tyson on the field before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints at AT&T Stadium.
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    Mike Tyson, Ric Flair Sue Ex-Partners in Weed Business for $50M
    The suit names three former execs whose company distributed the stars’ products.
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    Angels, Skaggs Family Settle After Jury Was Set to Award $100M
    Skaggs died of a drug overdose six years ago.

    Deals
    Sep 27, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Kody Funderburk (55) and catch
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    Twins’ New Investments Value Club at $1.75 Billion
    The Twins have also announced a succession plan.
    November 27, 2025

    Patrick Mahomes Deepens His Adidas Ties, Debuts Golf Gear Line
    Mahomes extends Adidas deal and launches his own branded golf apparel line.
    TopGolf representatives celebrate their ribbon-cutting ceremony with Bay County residents in Panama City Beach, Fla., June 26, 2025. (
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    Callaway Offloads Topgolf in $1.1 Billion Sale to PE Firm
    The deal unwinds Topgolf’s 2020 merger with Callaway.
    Louisville’s Miller Moss and several of his teammates stopped by Olympus Gaming Lounge to play EA Sports College Football 26 with fans for a meet and greet. July 11, 2025
    September 29, 2025

    Saudis, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner Take EA Private in $55B Deal
    Electronic Arts makes “Madden,” “EA Sports College Football,” and more.

    Teams
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    Patriots Continue Makeover With First Post-Belichick Division Title
    The 13–3 Patriots are in contention for the AFC’s top seed.
    December 28, 2025

    Bears, Broncos Cap Fast Resets With Titles As Stadium Questions Linger
    Chicago clinched the NFC North after the Packers lost to the Ravens.
    Sep 21, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen (22) hits a two run single against the Toronto Blue Jays during the fourth inning at Kauffman Stadium.
    December 23, 2025

    Chiefs’ New Stadium Site Is Set. Now It’s Royals’ Turn
    The MLB club is also looking on both sides of the Missouri-Kansas border.
    December 23, 2025

    PE Bought an F1 Team For Just $200M. It’s Not Selling
    Williams is now valued at over $2 billion.
    Tilman Fertitta
    December 19, 2025

    Rockets Owners in Talks to Buy and Move WNBA’s Sun
    The Rockets lost out on WNBA expansion but want the Sun.
    Dec 18, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) runs against the Los Angeles Rams in the first half at Lumen Field.
    December 19, 2025

    The Seahawks’ $100M Sam Darnold Bet Is Paying Off
    Seattle signed the free-agent quarterback last offseason.
    Dec 16, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) congratulates defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) on his goal against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at PPG Paints Arena.
    December 18, 2025

    Penguins Sale Would End a Disappointing 4-Year Run Under FSG
    An ownership era with high hopes has been marked with underachievement.
    Knicks
    December 17, 2025

    Knicks Won’t Hang NBA Cup Banner After All
    The Lakers and Bucks both raised banners after winning the tournament.

    Leagues
    Dec 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) celebrate after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the second half at Levi's Stadium.
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    NFL’s Week 18 Should Be a Ratings Win for Networks
    The NFL remains nimble with its Week 18 scheduling.
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    DeChambeau Won’t Commit to LIV Extension After Koepka’s Exit
    Bryson DeChambeau’s LIV Golf contract expires after the 2026 season.
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    7 Big Questions for 7 Pro Sports Leagues in 2026
    Leagues are facing questions that will shape their impact going into 2026.
    Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (left) and head coach Nick Sirianni celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome
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    7 Charts That Defined the Business of Sports in 2025
    Seven data visualizations that defined the business of sports in 2025.
    Dec 25, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the NBA Christmas Day logo during the second half of the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves at the American Airlines Center.
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    NBA Has Superior Slate Entering Christmas Face-Off With NFL
    The NFL has scheduled Christmas games for six consecutive seasons.
    Nov 16, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr (20) reacts after a foul call against the Brooklyn Nets during the third quarter at Capital One Arena.
    December 24, 2025

    NBA Considers New Rules to Curb Lingering Tanking Issue
    The 2019 lottery odds change has not improved tanking.
    Dec 25, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Netflix Christmas GameDay cake seen after the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium.
    December 24, 2025

    Netflix Christmas Day Encore Will Test NFL’s Holiday Staying Power
    This year’s doubleheader is lacking pivotal matchups.

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