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With billions of dollars flying around, live sports rights are a hotter discussion than ever. Front Office Sports goes deep on the state of negotiations, how much top talent is getting paid, ratings, and more.

Jan 17, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; ESPN reporter Molly McGrath during media day for the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship at Miami Beach Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Molly McGrath Moving From CFB to NFL Coverage at ESPN

McGrath will be a sideline reporter and fill-in host on NFL Live.
July 31, 2026
At Five Points Sports Bar, in Levittown, Philadelphia Eagles fans watch first quarter action, in Super Bowl LVII, in Arizona, on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023.

NFL Sunday Ticket Will Still Be Available by Satellite at Sports Bars

DirecTV’s previous deal expired after the 2025 NFL season.
July 31, 2026
Jul 13, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; ESPN commentator Karl Ravech before the MLB Draft at The Coca-Cola Roxy. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Despite Layoff, Karl Ravech Returns to ESPN Booth

Ravech was laid off after 33 years with ESPN.
July 30, 2026
Oct 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the Columbus Blue Jackets logo and Ohio 25 logo during the game between the Stars and the Blue Jackets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets Merge TV and Radio Broadcasts

The contract of 17-year radio play-by-play voice Bob McElligott was not renewed.
July 30, 2026